Letdown Rising, Heaven on Earth
Ceramic
Artist Statement
With this series I set out to explore the question; What is my vision of “Heaven on Earth”? The process called sgraffito is carving through contrasting layers of earthen clay. The heavenly imagery comes from the earthy experience of a Mother breastfeeding her baby. I choose a bowl shape to represent a feminine nurturing form. As a breast cancer survivor and a Mother who breastfed, drawing awareness to both of these issues is personally significant.
My purpose as an artist is to render evocative concepts into visual forms. The primary medium I work with is ceramic. The elements of earth, water, fire and air all play a role in my process. Authenticity of materials and functionality are core values I employ in my decisions in how to best express the purpose and utility of a piece.
