ABOUT
I’m a ceramicist based in Austin, Texas, creating one-of-a-kind vessels that explore shape, surface, and form.
I first started working with clay as a creative outlet outside of my graphic design studio. What began as simple curiosity quickly became something more—an unexpected balance of focus, rhythm, and discovery.
Over time, I found myself especially drawn to the weedpot: small vessels made not to hold water, but to hold a single dried stem. The process of refining this form, again and again, continues to be one of the most satisfying parts of my practice.
Thank you for taking the time to connect with my work—it means a lot.
STOCKISTS
Take Heart
1211 E 11th St Suite 100
Austin, TX 78702
Over Yonder
Oakwood Public Market
2500 Beverly Drive
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
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Artist statement
My ceramic work is inspired by the philosophy that beauty lies in simplicity and the subtle details that often go unnoticed. Drawing inspiration from mid-century-modern design, the primary focus of my work lies in decorative vessels, termed ‘weedpots’ by the great ceramicist Doyle Lane. These vases focus on form rather than function, and are designed to hold a single dried stem.
Each piece is a contemplation in clay, an exploration of curves, textures, and the interplay of light and shadow. I believe in the quiet power of understated elegance, where each vessel serves as a gentle complement to the home’s decor rather than commanding center stage.
I strive to create pieces that blend seamlessly with their surroundings, adding a touch of serenity and sophistication without overwhelming the senses. These vessels are small sculptures, each with its own personality and story, contributing to the narrative of the home in a modest yet meaningful way.
IN THE SHOP
This piece is part of a small five-piece series finished in a lava glaze I developed through extensive testing. The glaze requires very specific firing conditions to create its cratered, layered surface, conditions that have since changed at my community studio, making this series limited for the foreseeable future.
On this form, the glaze melted into a smooth, cratered surface, gathering in thick pools and thinning across other areas. The result is a surface full of depth and natural variation.
Some areas may be sharp; please handle with care.
DETAILS
Approx. 2.25" w x 4.25" h
Wheel-thrown
One-of-a-kind. The item shown is the exact piece you will receive.
The last photo shows Lava 04 and 05. The one on the left is the piece you will receive.
This wheel-thrown weedpot is made from dark stoneware and finished in a crawling shino glaze. As the glaze shrinks and cracks, the firing process pulls it further from the surface, revealing glimpses of the clay beneath. The result is a textured, layered surface full of movement and subtle contrasts, unique to each piece. This piece is especially textured. The glaze was applied thickly, creating a dramatically raised beaded surface.
DETAILS
Approx. 4" w x 3.5" h
Wheel-thrown
One-of-a-kind. The item shown is the exact piece you will receive.
This piece features a glaze with a soft blue base marked by black patches that give the surface depth and movement. Coil built and individually finished, it has its own distinct pattern within this series of contrasts.
DETAILS
Approx. 3.75" w x 4" h x 2.5” d
Coil built
One-of-a-kind. The item shown is the exact piece you will receive.