Statement
I strive to make beautiful and well-crafted functional wares for the home and table. I create both hand built and wheel thrown pieces from white stoneware clay. Each piece is uniquely made then decorated with a series of tools and stamps both on and off the wheel. I focus on how the surface and form of a pot interact when choosing decorative and glazing techniques. All work is bisque fired to cone 04 and glaze fired to cone 5. All firings are completed in an electric kiln.
With quickly shifting seasons and temperatures and a balance of green space versus industrial landscapes I find my environment has greatly impacted my work. Cherry blossoms traditionally represent the transience of life and I feel this symbol is in direct relation to my surroundings. Other natural elements and floral motifs are slowly making their way into my work. This is coupled with the consideration of how a piece will function.
Sustainable practices are maintained within my studio. In addition to all unfired clay being recycled and reclaimed for future use I also maintain a slurry bucket. This is where all glaze and clay tools are rinsed. This limits the chemicals and heavy metals being washed down the sink and into the water supply. This recycled slurry is used for future glaze tests. A mosaic artist in my studio recycles all damaged work. These practices help limit my impact on the environment.
