made + found
A found object is an object that an artist discovers or acquires and keeps because of its artistic value, even though it was not originally intended for that purpose. Found objects can be natural, like stones or shells, or man-made, like a pottery fragment.
This gallery shows some of my hand-made clay objects and found objects that inspire textures, shapes, and patterns.
hand-stamped bowl of goodies
dried Craspedia heads in hand-built stoneware bowl
abstract dish with Wisteria seed pods
Emma's favorite ocean motif playground
knot inspiring vine
textures from the plant world
clay canvasses above found wood
haiku vessel arrangements
when fire works its magic upon the glaze
found flower peeking out of a stoneware pond cup
a different style of knot
branches speak volumes about texture and spirit
clay can mimic drapery, skin and so many things
proudly plaid dish
some relatives get along
togetherness can be beautiful
plaid dish - side view
invasive yet stunning dried water chestnuts found at the bottom of a river
small round flower vessel
pod-like clay vessel for one flower
taking root is an understatement here
razor clams redefined
found flower in a pond cup
when the cuttings establish their roots
when color is the common denominator
these stones speak to me
slipper shells are cozy when collected in bunches
let's talk about surface pattern
more than a dish
mermaid's purses
endless possibilities
zen-like to make and to behold
the beginning of my knot phase
when scissors meet clay
sometimes altering the point of view
medley of raw elegance
mixing and matching fosters new ideas
folding clay flows from my daily practice of folding laundry
styling the edges can be the finishing touch to a vase
oysters
During the pandemic, I was fortunate to spend some off-season time on Cape Cod. We stayed near a beach that I frequented as a child. It was heavenly and the ideal escape from our new urban habitat.
I spent countless hours walking miles and beachcombing. Luckily, the oyster season was at its peak then, so I gathered the discarded shells from the bay. This led to hours, days, and weeks of decorating the oyster shells back at my studio. The enjoyable activity fulfilled my creative urges during a time when working at The Clay Studio (@theclaystudiophl) was impossible. The shells were painted and decoupaged with drawings, photos, and personal messages. I still enjoy making small functional objects such as ring holders and keepsakes. Some have unfinished and natural undersides, and others are adorned with a metallic finish.
I love the challenge of custom orders, so please contact me here to order.
pet plants
Pet plant benefits: companionship, air purifier, good luck, low maintenance, increased happiness, improved sleep, stress reduction
Care instructions: talk to me often. very little watering only when the soil is dry to the touch.
Container info: made with loving care. freezeproof, lead-free industrial ceramic. it can also be used to hold water for fresh flowers, drink tea or whatever inspires you.
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