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The irregular and undulating forms of these vases are made using a clay quilting method I learned. Although the overall shape of each is the same, the nuanced pattern and assembled pieces of each are unique. These were created during a playful sessi…

The irregular and undulating forms of these vases are made using a clay quilting method I learned. Although the overall shape of each is the same, the nuanced pattern and assembled pieces of each are unique. These were created during a playful session in the studio when I allowed myself to be spontaneous.

Spontaneous

May 25, 2015

On Friday, my daughter suggested we “go to London on Monday.” She’d just completed an exhaustive work project and thought this would be a nice treat. My immediate reaction was, "no I can’t, I have too much going on to just pick up and go." But this spontaneous suggestion has got me to thinking. Just as important as learning to say no in life, is the opportunity to say yes. For the practical and routine-loving me, a quick decision or about-face change of plans is a challenge.

I often texture the clay in random patterns. Here are three examples of square images I've used on a small square dish.

I often texture the clay in random patterns. Here are three examples of square images I've used on a small square dish.

Just as I seek freedom in the actions I take in the studio to loosen up and take some risks, it’s a good reminder to take advantage of those same lessons in daily life. It’s still a balance of learning to say no to unproductive activities but also understand the times to just say yes and enjoy the results! 

I've used some of my favorite pattern-makers here to create some interest in these underglazed  berry bowls. When I am working on a series of pieces, I often make snap-decisions on which tools I'll use to emboss the clay. 

I've used some of my favorite pattern-makers here to create some interest in these underglazed  berry bowls. When I am working on a series of pieces, I often make snap-decisions on which tools I'll use to emboss the clay. 

I am spending the day with my daughter today, just not in London. I'll take a look at the calendar and see if we can plan a trip there in the near future!

 

 

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