Oopsy Jones
Oopsy Jones is a self-taught contemporary artist whose impactful ceramic sculptures explore a range of subject matter spanning Greek mythology, medieval relics and Baywatch. Having been diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder in 2015, he was urged to pursue creative forms of therapy; it was these therapeutic experiences which have formed the basis of his artistic practice.
Oopsy pursued painting before moving into ceramics at the end of 2024 having tried his hand at a local studio. Inspired by the psychotic episodes caused by his illness - during which he believes he is Dionysus (the immortal Greek god of debauchery) - he began to seek, in his words, ‘to pluck the psychosis out of my mind and make it solid’. The resulting sculptures - which are both weighty and playful - combine deceptively childlike forms, text and mischievous humour to bring his episodes to life. In addition, he hopes that his work will raise awareness around psychosis, and challenge the stigma associated with Bipolar Affective Disorder.
Oopsy’s ceramics were first showcased at a solo exhibition in 4COSE Gallery, East London, in 2025. His works are held in collections in the UK and internationally, and he has undertaken numerous commissions for collectors. He is based in Hertfordshire.
We were proud to show new work by Oopsy in our January 2026 group exhibition Music From Out There. Contact us to enquire.
Portrait of the artist by Lee Holden.
Shop work by Oopsy Jones
Glazed ceramic, 38.5 x 18 x 18cm
Oopsy Jones is a self-taught contemporary artist whose impactful ceramic sculptures explore a range of subject matter spanning Greek mythology, medieval relics and Baywatch. Having been diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder in 2015, he was urged to pursue creative forms of therapy; it was these therapeutic experiences which have formed the basis of his artistic practice.
Oopsy’s sculptures - which are both weighty and playful - combine deceptively childlike forms, text and mischievous humour to bring his psychotic episodes to life. This unique work was made for our group exhibition ‘Music From Out There’ (16 January - 14 February 2026) It is part of a series titled ‘Icarus's Intergalactic Gap Year Trip-tych’, which, in the artist’s words, is ‘an examination of how Icarus and his engineer dad, Daedalus, would have used contemporary technology to improve their travel plans.
He says; ‘Full of excitement and not an insignificant amount of trepidation, Icarus and the Minotaur take off out of King Minos’s clutches for a new life in space.’
Oopsy’s ceramics were first showcased at a solo exhibition in 4COSE Gallery, East London, in 2025. His works are held in collections in the UK and internationally, and he has undertaken numerous commissions for collectors. He is based in Hertfordshire.
Glazed ceramic and sand, 35 × 17 × 17cm
Oopsy Jones is a self-taught contemporary artist whose impactful ceramic sculptures explore a range of subject matter spanning Greek mythology, medieval relics and Baywatch. Having been diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder in 2015, he was urged to pursue creative forms of therapy; it was these therapeutic experiences which have formed the basis of his artistic practice.
Oopsy’s sculptures - which are both weighty and playful - combine deceptively childlike forms, text and mischievous humour to bring his psychotic episodes to life. This unique work was made for our group exhibition ‘Music From Out There’ (16 January - 14 February 2026) and includes real sand spilling out a of a ceramic bucket. It is part of a series titled ‘Icarus's Intergalactic Gap Year Trip-tych’, which, in the artist’s words, is ‘an examination of how Icarus and his engineer dad, Daedalus, would have used contemporary technology to improve their travel plans.
He says; ‘Now, no longer intimidated by the sun, Icarus and the Minotaur stop off there to stage their own version of the Burning Man Festival. There they celebrate a successful flight and their newfound freedom.’
Oopsy’s ceramics were first showcased at a solo exhibition in 4COSE Gallery, East London, in 2025. His works are held in collections in the UK and internationally, and he has undertaken numerous commissions for collectors. He is based in Hertfordshire.
Glazed ceramic, 16 x 16 x 40cm
Oopsy Jones is a self-taught contemporary artist whose impactful ceramic sculptures explore a range of subject matter spanning Greek mythology, medieval relics and Baywatch. Having been diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder in 2015, he was urged to pursue creative forms of therapy; it was these therapeutic experiences which have formed the basis of his artistic practice.
Oopsy’s sculptures - which are both weighty and playful - combine deceptively childlike forms, text and mischievous humour to bring his psychotic episodes to life. This unique work was made for our group exhibition ‘Music From Out There’ (16 January - 14 February 2026) It is part of a series titled ‘Icarus's Intergalactic Gap Year Trip-tych’, which, in the artist’s words, is ‘an examination of how Icarus and his engineer dad, Daedalus, would have used contemporary technology to improve their travel plans.
He says; ‘After a series of petty arguments, Icarus and the Minotaur sadly go their separate ways. Icarus should be feeling on top of the world but misses not only his friend but a simpler and oddly more fulfilling way of life on earth. Maybe space travel isn’t all it’s cracked up to be? Icarus misses home.’
Oopsy’s ceramics were first showcased at a solo exhibition in 4COSE Gallery, East London, in 2025. His works are held in collections in the UK and internationally, and he has undertaken numerous commissions for collectors. He is based in Hertfordshire.