I grew up in New Hampshire, in the Hanover area where my family had a small farm of sheep and chickens. I still have deep roots in the area and visit regularly with my family.
I began my relationship with clay at a very young age and have been making pots for over three decades. In high school I had the opportunity to take classes with a great teacher and potter that got me excited about the medium. By the time I was a senior in high school I had a wheel and kiln.
I began my relationship with clay at a very young age and have been making pots for over three decades. In high school I had the opportunity to take classes with a great teacher and potter that got me excited about the medium. By the time I was a senior in high school I had a wheel and kiln.
The 4 photos in the left are from the portfolio I submitted with my college applications. I still throw on my original 1977 Shimpo.
My father (a retired psychiatrist) dedicated his time to black smithing and metal sculpture. He was very much into his craft and supported me in my artistic development. My ceramics training began through the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen in the late 70’s. Much of what I have learned has been self taught through exploration and experimentation.
I continued studying ceramics through college, apprenticed for several experienced production potters in Western Massachusetts and maintained a small studio of my own.
Creating art with emphasis on functional forms - has always been a driving force in my work. I create functional pieces thrown on the wheel, and more decorative pieces using slab construction. My work reflects a dedication to excellence in craftsmanship.
I studied some ceramics through college, apprenticed for several well-established production potters in Western Massachusetts and maintained a studio of my own. Over the past three decades my work as a potter has been interwoven with her other endeavors in the corporate world of marketing.
I have a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Masters of Business Administration in Marketing.
Creating art with emphasis on functional forms - has always been a driving force in my work. My portfolio of work spans from slab vases and boxes to specialty serving pieces. I make a large selection of bowls, serving dishes and utilitarian pieces. It's important to me that what I make - gets used - and can be really enjoyed. I use lots of my dishes in my own kitchen, in the microwave and dishwasher too. It feels good to eat out of something that was handmade and has a special meaning.
My husband, two elementary school age children and Australian Shepherd have all learned to put up with my clay filled clothes and bandana.
