Portfolio

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Artist StatementI have predominately explored the making of vessels. I am driven by the process of sitting down at the wheel to form a piece of clay into an object that consumes and contains space. Vessels that ambiguously contain objects and materials for display, storage and consumption. The tradition in craft to make objects for daily use and for decorative display are ideas I like to consider and explore in my work. Many of the bowls I make are based on traditional forms with an emphasis on the images contained within and the the bowl. The decoration in and under the bowl are often equally important. The primary function of my bowls are to be aes-thetic objects to be appreciated for their form and imagery. The placement of decoration on the foot of the bowls are a reminder that these are craft objects. They were made to be used to transmit food or liquids but now transmit personal expression. It must be picked up to be fully appreciated. It is a craft object.

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VaseMaiolica2009

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PitcherMaiolica2010

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Small Bowl (profile)Maiolica2010

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Small BowlMaiolica2010

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Tea BowlWood Fired Stoneware2009

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Tea BowlMaiolica2010

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Shallow BowlMaiolica2010

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TileMaiolica2010

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