Why Clay?
Why Clay?
I was a painting and drawing major in college fascinated with all the arts. In my junior year I wanted to take printmaking but the classes were full; however, there was space in ceramics....
I found that clay continuously challenged me. I could paint, sculpt, incorporate photography and study chemistry and history. My work could be functional and I could connect with people on a daily and personal basis.
After more than forty years of squeezing clay I am still learning and being surprised by its magic. I have worked in industry, taught, studied with a master, had a shop near a California beach, exhibited in many venues, and designed and worked with clay in many studios.
I have recently finished building my latest studio and am ready to continue exploring the magic.
Handbuilding
Handbuilding
Touching clay, squeezing clay, rolling clay, and feeling clay.
Throwing
Throwing
Throwing on the potter's wheel
It is a passion that challenges and calms like playing a musical instrument
Glaze and surfaces
Glaze and surfaces
Glaze development for fun and beauty
delving into the chemistry and infinite combinations of materials to create unique yet classic surfaces and color.
