Artist Statement
In my concentration, I decided to follow a zodiac theme, but with a twist: I wanted to create a more personal take on the traditional zodiac pottery. To start, we did a raku firing in November. I created a set of six nesting bowls, each with the zodiac animal representing each of my six family members. I want to emphasize the importance of family through my work, and by creating a connectivity in my pieces (i.e. being able to nest the bowls together), I feel as though I can accomplish this. Another thing that I am very interested in is astronomy and the solar system. Conveniently, these two things share a connection that I am hoping to work into my concentration. I am creating a connection between the stars and the zodiac in my pieces, and following two things that I find to be interesting to a hopefully successful and deeper end product. Another thing I have found myself to be passionate about in my work is intricate details. Whether I am carving out of clay, or sculpting 3-D animals, I am focused on making my pieces as detailed and unique as possible.
In my concentration, I decided to follow a zodiac theme, but with a twist: I wanted to create a more personal take on the traditional zodiac pottery. To start, we did a raku firing in November. I created a set of six nesting bowls, each with the zodiac animal representing each of my six family members. I want to emphasize the importance of family through my work, and by creating a connectivity in my pieces (i.e. being able to nest the bowls together), I feel as though I can accomplish this. Another thing that I am very interested in is astronomy and the solar system. Conveniently, these two things share a connection that I am hoping to work into my concentration. I am creating a connection between the stars and the zodiac in my pieces, and following two things that I find to be interesting to a hopefully successful and deeper end product. Another thing I have found myself to be passionate about in my work is intricate details. Whether I am carving out of clay, or sculpting 3-D animals, I am focused on making my pieces as detailed and unique as possible.