Upcoming Event:
Art at the Source, Open Studios June 2-3 & 9-10
Studio #62
Upcoming Workshops
"Beyond the Masks" workshop schedule
June - September dates
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Clay can enter into our lives as a metaphor. This seemingly simple substance that is a crucial part of the earth can take on life itself in the shape of a human form or in the simplicity of a hand built vessel. My exploration into the clay world the past 20 years has brought me to a deep and profound understanding of human nature. Its complex and simple ways challenge us to view ourselves traveling "beyond the mask" in
discovery of who we are "behind the mask."
About the Artist
I live in beautiful Sonoma County in the historical town of Occidental, California. The inspiration for the work I create comes from life itself. The pieces are created from images taken by a plaster mold. Clay is cast into the molds, prepared and worked. Then, they are adorned with impressions from what surrounds us in nature, mementos from lifestories, as well as paintings and decorations from cultures around the world. My travels to Africa will no doubt show you how the people and their culture inspired my current body of work, telling some of their stories "beyond the masks" they wear.
Perhaps, you will embark on a journey beyond your own mask and join me for a weekend of inspiration during a workshop in the old barn studio.
