ARTIST STATEMENT
If my work could speak, I would want it to whisper. I aim to create unique pieces that inspire contemplation and enjoyment by creating textures that compel touch and provoke memory, and by playing with light and shadow to enhance the quality of the clay. My carving, texturing, and piercing technique is a cumulative and intensive process. It takes time and requires a deep connection with the clay. By weaving a narrative that highlights the interconnectedness of our existence, I aim to explore different cultures and the transformation of traditions.

Nature is my main source of inspiration, trees are a source of oxygen and with the branches and roots entangled, they reflect the interconnectedness of humans and cultures. The resilience of trees to regenerate and survive different circumstances is reflected in our behaviour, which is fluid and adaptable.

As life evolves, my work evolves too. Once created, each piece is a path to an expression which possesses an essence of life, a statement of being. The ethereal qualities of porcelain are my passion, and exploring the material is an ongoing journey. The juxtaposition of working with heavier pieces for the wood firing and using heavier clay bodies and raw materials for natural glazing keeps me grounded. It opens the possibility of painting with fire!