In The Studio

In the coming few months I plan to focus on my Off Circle vessels again.  There is something about the organic shapes and thick lips that keep me coming back to these forms.  It has been a long time since I have sketched out my ideas.  I was having fun in the studio with my large pad, favorite pencil and a hot cup of tea.  It's nice to just sit back and sketch.  Trying out a form quickly on paper is much easier than building it in clay!

Lithic

Lithic is my new line of sculptural vessels.  It all began when I discovered this beautiful chocolaty clay.  Unlike my previous pieces I decided to work purely with handbuilding techniques.  I realized that off the wheel I could create more dramatic angles and severe curves.  Lithic is the result of an experiment with new clay and new techniques.  I can't wait to make more of them!  But, that will have to wait for just a few months, because I am now working on another new and exciting project!!