My ceramic art and sculptures celebrate the rivers and temperate rainforests of the Pacific Northwest where I grew up. They examine the beaches and rolling hills of the Mediterranean Coastline that I now call home. Nature’s grace has had a profound impact on me. The destructive conflicts between nature and humanity inspire me to communicate the importance of preserving our natural environment. Recently, I documented the process behind one of my favorite nature-inspired pieces. You can read about it in my latest article: How I craft a ceramic fig leaf for a garden sculpture.

Clay provides the ideal playground for conceptual and inner exploration. The combination of textures, colors, glazing and firing methods allows me to connect with my art on a sensorial and meditative level. Ideas and feelings are shaped into pieces simultaneously reflecting my memories, interests and hopes for the future. If you love crisp, intricate details on your pottery, The Benefits of Using a Slip Trailer for Detailed Edge Work explores how a slip trailer can elevate your edge work to a new level of precision.