Began potting in New Zealand 1964; Specializing in anagama style wood fired ceramics since 1978; ; Relocated to Australia in 1991; Exhibited, demonstrated and lectured internationally; involved in organisation and MC for Gulgong international ceramic conferences 1992 – 2004; published as subject and writer in books and magazines, notably « CHESTER NEALIE – Etched in Fire » edited by Damian Skinner, Ron Sang Publications NZ. (available direct from Chester Nealie)