Kate Bowman is a ceramic artist and educator based in nipaluna/Hobart. Her practice explores material storytelling and environmental narrative through the transformation of overlooked and discarded matter. Working with local rock, brick, and waste from hospitality and industry, she develops experimental ceramic surfaces grounded in material research and place.

Alongside her studio practice, Kate teaches ceramics in Hobart and runs Rock and Waste Glaze workshops, introducing others to the potential of raw and reclaimed materials. She is also a co-founder of the Melbourne Ceramic Fair, an annual showcase of contemporary ceramics that fosters dialogue between makers, designers, and collectors. Her collaborations with restaurants and designers continue her exploration of circular, place-based design.