Ceramics
Studio at 511
511 S. Nursery Avenue,
Purcellville, VA 20132
Loudoun Valley Cluster, 2023 Stop #22
About
Wheel thrown and functional.
I work with functional forms, primarily starting on the wheel.
I like to alter some of the forms by pushing, pressing, and cutting. A simple manipulation can transform surface and shape. My intent is to have interactions with my work that are visual, physical, and functional. My work tends to have components that have contrasting characteristics. When looking at my teapots, the bodies are thrown with clean lines, focusing on symmetrical form. Once I cut into them, the form changes to something that has movement and flow. The handles change in size, shape and direction. Spouts narrow and widen. The knobs are small sculptures, organic and individual. As I step back and look at my work, I see different combinations. Rigid – Organic Organic – Texture Ergonomic – Balance Form – Function Visual – Physical There are always variations. Which in turn, keeps me looking and wanting to create more.
Wheel thrown and altered functional teapot.
Wheel thrown, layered glaze.
Different size mugs. Description dimensions are for the largest mug.
Wheel thrown and altered. Hand manipulated, surface texture.
Wheel thrown and altered.
Variety of small sculptural heads. Various sizes and expressions.
Small colander good for small batches of berries or whatever needs a good rinse.
Variety of tea bowls, will handle warm and cold beverages of your choice.
Large bowl with small bowls. Happy together of separate.
Artist’s Studio.
Interior of artist’s studio space.
Available from this artist:
Pottery and ceramic sculptures
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Map and Directions:
Directions to Studio at 511:
From Main Street in Purcellville, turn south on 32nd Street (Route 690), then left onto Nursery Avenue. Ours is the fourth house on the left. Studio in back.