Blog

This blog is a space for sharing thoughts from the studio and reflections from the road. I write about my ceramic process, evolving bodies of work, travel experiences, and the ideas that shape how I think about making. It’s an ongoing journal that connects place, practice, and perspective.

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Exploring Resist in Ceramics: Twine and Wax

This group of work explores resist techniques I’ve been developing over the years. I was interested in the balance of control and unpredictability, where each piece starts with a plan, but the surface can shift from structured to more organic depending on the process.

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Four Clay Bodies I Love to Use and Why

When it comes to ceramics, choosing the right clay can make a huge difference in how your piece turns out. I've spent years experimenting with different clay bodies, and I've found a few that I consistently come back to. They each have their own unique qualities, strengths, and little quirks, and I'm happy to share what makes these four so special to me.

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