# Childlike Ceramics Camberwell Graduate Charlotte Mei Creates Personality-Packed Plates By Meghan Young | Published 2012-09-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charlotte-mei References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/charlotte-mei) & [charlottemei](http://charlottemei.com/) Charlotte Mei indulges her inner child with a slew of [ceramic creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danza-collection) that could very well have been crafted by a child. Although she describes herself as a painter, decorator and water-based illustrator over ceramist, it is clear that she has a calling in the latter. By applying her previous artistic knowledge to the medium, Charlotte Mei manages to create pieces that are full of [adorable character](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eternal-child) while still adhering to a practical purpose. A recent graduate from Camberwell College of Arts, Charlotte Mei's work is full of charm and wit. Usually portraying irresistible expressions, Charlotte Mei includes cute faces that are often complemented by [oddly shaped plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pbj-inspired-sandwich-plates). From toast to heads and the odd abstract creation, Charlotte Mei's ceramics are one of a kind wonders. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Childlike Ceramics:** Artists are increasingly using childlike themes and expressions in their ceramics to create unique and whimsical pieces. - **Artistic Medium Fusion:** Artists are combining their knowledge from various artistic mediums, such as painting and water-based illustration, to create unique ceramic pieces. - **Practical Art:** The creation of practical yet artistic pieces, such as uniquely shaped plates, is becoming more popular in the ceramics industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art Supplies:** Manufacturers of art supplies could capitalize on the trend of artists using multiple mediums and create new products that cater to this trend. - **Home Decor:** Home decor businesses can create partnerships with ceramic artists to offer unique and whimsical pieces that bring character to a household. - **Tableware Manufacturing:** Tableware manufacturers can expand their offerings to include more creative and unique pieces, such as oddly shaped plates, to cater to the growing demand for practical yet artistic dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Ceramic Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beginner-ceramics.md) - [Modern Poertic Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virginia-sin.md) - [Handmade Dessert Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-k.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Colorful Handmade Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-9-clay.md) - [Adorable Ceramic Homeware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-homeware1.md) - [Playful Tableware Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-dining-experience.md) - [Hand-Painted Ceramic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handpainted-ceramic-collections.md) - [Clay-Modeled Multi-Use Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramics-everday-objects.md)