I aim to bring the landscape into people's everyday lives, connecting them to their home terrain with functional objects that champion local clays and glazes.  I use hand-harvested clays from the landscapes of my home to gain insight into the characteristics of my environment.  These clays help me embrace the traditions of pottery.

Many of my pots are fired in a wood kiln, a process as old as ceramics. In using the land’s resources to fire a kiln - flame, wood ash, and atmospheric conditions mark each piece uniquely. The kiln’s unpredictable influence highlights the organic qualities of the clay and speaks to the beauty inherent in our earth.

My pieces are not just functional forms, they are an exploration of the relationship between material and region, creator and user. They honor an ancient craft while bringing our earth to life in a contemporary light.