Tavs Jorgensen’s practice spans a number of diverse fields. Although his initial base in the craft sector is still evident in his creative approach, much of his later work focuses on design for industrial production. His specialist skill base in plaster modelling and mould making is developed from years of ‘hands-on’ experience in this sector.
In recent years his practice has become increasingly focused on research, in particular developing new models of creative practice based on the notion of combining new technology tools with traditional craft skills and material knowledge.
Tavs Jorgensen has worked as a tutor in the Ceramics & Glass programme since 2006.
He arrived in Britain in 1991 after completing a pottery apprenticeship in his native Denmark. He went on to study 3D Ceramic Design at Cardiff Institute. In 1995 he established his own design consultancy, working for some of the world’s leading tableware companies.
In 2005 Tavs Jorgensen joined the Autonomatic Research Unit at University College Falmouth and was appointed permanent research fellow in 3D Digital Production in 2006.
In addition to teaching at the Royal College of Art, he frequently lectures at leading national and international universities and colleges. Tavs is currently working on an industry-sponsored project concerning rapid prototyped investment casting moulds.