About the Designs
Heavily influenced by tradiontal table and teaware, my work takes a contemporary approach to creating minimalistic designs meant to last a lifetime in your hands. Formulating and implementing my own glazes and materials allows for bright contrasting colors and textures inspired by Abstract Color Field designs.
Learn more about the design terminology below:
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The type of clay I use to throw and make the majority of my forms.
Stoneware is known for its strength, versatility, and variance. I commonly use a white stoneware for my work, however there are colors and textures that range from smooth bright white to rough dark brown/black.
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A white clay that fires to a glassy smooth surface.
Known for its difficulty to throw, this clay leads to a bright white surface that can appear transparent when trimmed thin. Made primarily from kaolin deposits, compared to the ball clays used in stoneware. I use this clay for special works to emphasize the bright white body and smooth finish.
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Clay that has been watered down and colored, allowing for it to be brushed, dipped, or sprayed on to my work.
This is not a glaze, and therefore allows for a larger variance in texture and appearance.
I have developed my own formulation of materials and colors to create unique colors and textures that you can see and feel when holding one of my pieces
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A tall footed cup meant for drinking tea and other beverages. Traditionally used for daily tea drinking in Japan.
My yunomis are made to bring style and comfort into your daily rituals. The combination of thicker insulated walls with a sleek design allows for a smooth yet functional tea drinking experience.
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An Iron rich glaze.
Originating from traditional Chinese Jian Ware during the Song Dynasty.
Utilized to produce a variety of surfaces ranging from light amber to dark metallic. Occasional golden flakes will grow when enough glaze is present.