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John Blake

Author and Artist

Sepia portrait photograph of author and artist John Blake

John Blake was born in Stoke-on-Trent, UK. He went on to form a band, study fine art and work in conservation, woodcraft and ceramic sculpture before taking up writing. He dislikes talking about himself, preferring to let his work speak for him, but you can find out a little more about him on his YouTube channel.

John Blake in the countryside holding a mell

His writing has a dark and daring humour, combined with incisive observation and understanding. His first book, a satirical farce called Via Paradise, will be published in 2025.

John Blake working a pole lathe

As an artist, John has worked in a wide range of media, most recently ceramic sculpture. The last few remaining of these original works are for sale in our online shop.

Ceramic sculpture by John Blake of two punks looking to one side.
Photograph of John Blake covered in foam.
Ceramic sculpture by John Blake of two punks leaning on a wall smoking.
Ceramic sculpture by John Blake of a teddy boy.
John Blake on stage playing guitar and singing into a microphone
Ceramic sculpture by John Blake of two skinheads in denim with a dog at their feet.
Ceramic sculpture of two hoodies sitting on a bench looking at a mobile phone with a dog at their feet.
Charcoal portrait drawing by John Blake
Ceramic sculpture by John Blake of a pilgrim father.