At first, I learned a lot from the regular members who were quick to guide me in the right direction. Since then, I’ve taken a couple of classes. I also learned, and still learn, a lot from potters on the internet. I have attempted the wheel a few times, including during classes, but I find it all a bit too serious for now. I find that hand building comes much more naturally to me, and it’s therapeutic. It’s a privilege for me to have the opportunity to play with the clay and create art. I love going with the flow to see where it takes me. I gather inspiration and then apply that with my own ideas to create something. I enjoy challenging myself by trying different shapes and forms. I’ve made some decorative things; however, most of the pieces I’ve made are functional, such as plant pots, soap holders, plates, bowls, etc.
I don’t plan much, and I never measure anything because I prefer to just figure it out organically. I enjoy painting with underglaze or using sgraffito to carve patterns and doodles into my pieces, much like the drawings I do. Other times, I prefer to bisque my pieces and experiment with a variety of glazes. More recently, I have been creating small pieces that I can use as jewellery components. Another hobby of mine has been learning how to wire-wrap and make jewellery using copper and silver. I love adding ceramic components as well as gemstones and shells that I have collected. I believe that this is just a chapter of my artistic journey, and I’m delighted to see where it takes me.
