Meet the Blue Lobster: The Ceramic That Refused to Die We’ve all been there. You’re at the wheel, totally in the zone, feeling like a pottery god… until you push your luck just a little too far. That is exactly how this piece started. I was throwing a cylinder, got a bit too ambitious, and…
The Evolution of the Beast The Head & Body: In the early stage, the dragon’s head was smooth and blocky, primarily focusing on getting the silhouette right. By the bisque stage, I carved in a deep, piercing eye socket and covered the snout in fine, interlocking scales. The jagged spine plates now sharply pop off…
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a deep fascination with Chinese dragons. While a lot of my ceramic work leans toward specific fan art and pop culture icons, the powerful, fluid imagery of the traditional dragon is something I always find myself coming back to in my private sketchbooks. This time, I…
In the ancient world, dragons weren’t just decorations; they were guardians of the elements. I sculpted this face to look as though it’s pushing through the very surface of the cup, emerging from a deep, oceanic blue. This isn’t just a vessel; it’s a piece of mythology you can hold in your hand. It’s designed…
I’m thrilled to share that two of my recent pieces are currently on exhibition alongside a fantastic collection of works from my fellow local artists! These pieces represent some of my favorite explorations in form and surface design lately, and they’re serving as a little “appetizer” for what’s coming up at our big annual event….
And he found one.
Exploring a minimalist dragon-silhouette design on a plate. A plate works well as a canvas because it’s much easier to manage. I also tried another dragon style that’s completely different, and I’ll post it soon.