Every Tuesday evening, glassmaker Emmy Palmer goes with a friend to a ukulele class near Tinside Lido on Plymouth Sound. She explains: “Our tradition is that we do something afterwards on the seafront. We might walk along the Hoe or go to a waterfront pub for a drink.
“The colours of Plymouth inspire me in my work – I love to see the beautiful blue lido and the dark, moody sea, with the green scenery behind it. In the summer we’re always there at sunset and see the silhouette of Smeaton’s Tower against the oranges, pinks and purples of the sky.”
This eye-pleasing colour palette is reflected in Emmy’s sleek glass vessels,, much to the delight of viewers who have since deluged her with orders.
