I love the possibilities of clay and how each step in the making process has an impact on the resulting pot – choices around clay body, glaze, firing method, and surface decoration all change how a pot will look and feel. Below is a snapshot of my work as I continue to explore all the facets of making ceramic art! Each piece is formed and decorated by hand.
Functionalwork
One aspect of pottery that hooked me initially was its functionality: I love that I’m creating functional art!
Bud vase, wood firedCups, wood firedPlanter, wood firedBud vases, wood firedPlanter, wood firedBud vases, gas firedBud vases, gas firedVase, gas firedBottle and cups, gas firedBud vases, gas firedVase, electric firedBowl, electric firedLidded jar, electric firedMug, electric firedBud vase, electric fired
Decorativework
To experiment more with form and hone my sculpting skills, I developed these quirky little creatures which I’ve decided to call “fishlings.”
“Mouse” and “Rabbit,” gas fired“Llama,” wood fired“Snail,” gas fired“Frog,” wood fired“Slime,” gas fired
Inspired by the village houses I grew up admiring around the holidays, I create unique decorative pieces that can be enjoyed year-round.
“Dreamland Manor,” electric firedMiniature beach houses, electric firedMiniature mushroom dwellings, electric firedNorth Carolina lighthouses, electric firedBeach house commission, electric fired
Jewelry
For me, jewelry is wearable art. I love expressing myself through the jewelry I wear!
Bananas, electric firedPotted plants, electric firedFish, electric firedPopsicles, electric firedWatermelon slices, electric firedAcorns, electric firedKites, electric firedAvocados, electric firedTeacups, electric firedIce cream cones, electric fired
