As a kid growing up in the early 60’s, I had a fascination with both pop-art and vintage wares. I’ve combined this love of clay, nature & design into my functional ceramics. I create image transfers using newsprint and underglaze. The prints are applied to my handmade stoneware ceramics. I use a combination of stamps, carving and transfers to create a whimsical and vintage appearance.
As a potter, I believe that the most intimate thing I can do is to make an object that you will use daily. I want my mug to be the one you reach for because it not only speaks to you, but it adds value to your life through its utility. My pieces are not meant to be kept safe on the shelf. Honestly, I want them rolling around on your car floor because you use them all the time. This connection between everyday use and personal expression deeply influences the way I approach my work in the studio.