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Mark Burton Biography – Mark Burton Wiki
Liverpool’s own Mark Burton, a distinguished potter and ceramic artist, is showcasing his talent as a contestant on The Great Pottery Throw Down 2026. Burton, who describes his pottery style as “mindful, creative, and satisfying,” discovered his passion for pottery while cultivating bonsai trees. He found pottery to be an economical way to craft personalized pots, sparking his enduring interest in the craft.
As the founder of Mark Burton Pottery, located in Liverpool, Burton specializes in crafting handmade ceramic pieces. Known for his signature phrase, “Oh, sugar,” he balances his artistic pursuits with his role as a university facilities and estate manager in Prescot, Merseyside. Burton resides in Liverpool, England.
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Born in 1962, Mark Burton has joined the ranks of talented potters vying for the top spot in Series 9 of The Great Pottery Throw Down on Channel 4. The show is hosted by BAFTA-winning actress Siobhán McSweeney, with judges Keith Brymer Jones and Richard Miller lending their expertise. Notably, Princess Fingall, a former contestant from season 7, returns to the show as the kiln technician.
Mark Burton Pottery Throw Down
This season, the competition is fierce, with home potters Andrew, Angharad Reed, Elham, Kayleigh, Emily Hesling, Fynn Allen, Bill Rolls, Kaz Woods, Mark, Naveed Khan, Olympia Walker, and Whitney Choi all competing for the coveted title of best at the wheel.
The home potters competing to be crowned best at the wheel are Andrew, Angharad Reed, Elham, Kayleigh, Emily Hesling, Fynn Allen, Bill Rolls, Kaz Woods, Mark, Naveed Khan, Olympia Walker and Whitney Choi.
Mark’s Instagram handle is markburtonpottery.
