Artist’s Statement

"As a child, I studied Dance while absorbing Hollywood musicals, film noire and the mysteries of Rembrandt. As an adult, I’ve been seduced by the sensuality, spontaneity and intellectual activity of working with Clay, Colour and the essence of Romance.

My desire to "Celebrate the Everyday – Every Day" is expressed through my colourful hand-built Pottery. Initially, the physical construction of overlapping slabs of clay evoked figurative imagery. Eventually the stream-of-consciousness drawings on my pots beckoned to become Sculptures, which evolved into evocative and exotic Portrait Masks, double-sided "Duet" busts and multi-faceted "Spirit Bottles" complete with poetic and musical messages.

I now see my imagery as a marriage of my childhood and adult influences. The Figure dominates my work. I feel compelled to create archetypal icons which embrace the power of Ancient and contemporary World cultures, overlaid with the spirit of song and dance. My work synthesizes and celebrates the interconnectedness as well as the individuality of many cultures and eras. I long to merge the power of Nefertiti with the spirit of Carmen Miranda.

Each stage of my work is a natural progression. Currently, the paintings on my pottery are inspired by the images I create as sculptures; the sculptures are often carrying my pots. I now feel compelled to explore the scale and diversity of my vision by creating miniature to life size figurative sculptures accompanied by luscious and luminous oil paintings informed by these sculptures. I look forward to creating multi-media installations that tie all these elements together."

Artist’s Works

 
"Wine Cherub" - life size ceramic/multimedia figure