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Artist Of The Month – January 2007
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Mailing Address:
10512 Ballast Ave.
Garden Grove, CA 92843
Telephone:
(714) 775–8662 |
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What do you love about Art Clay?
Art Clay has such versatility. Jewelry and sculpture are just some of the possibilities. I love that it’s such a new media and we’re all just discovering what Art Clay can do! I love sharing this adventure with my students and other artists. |
What are your favorite Art Clay projects/creations?
In the past few years, I’ve begun to sculpt in Art Clay. I love the challenges of sculpture in silver clay. Animals are a favorite subject matter but recently I’ve also explored figurative sculpture< |
What other media do you work and/or teach in?
I teach and work in both polymer and epoxy clays. I love to sculpt figures and dolls. Polymer clay has such a life – like quality to it. And epoxy clay has a lasting strength. I enjoy bringing clay to life – no matter what kind!! |
Biography:
Artistic expression has been the central focus of my life. I’ve explored many different areas of art: batik, fiber structure, paper making, Chinese brush painting, and ceramics. Sculpture became my main focus in 1990. I began to teach and share my techniques shortly after. Once I discovered silver clay, I traveled over 1000 miles to receive my certifications. And I started teaching silver clay in the year 2000. While on this creative journey, I’ve managed to marry and have two children. My husband and I have been together for over 36 years now – and the children have flown the coop. We’re enjoying our days now working on our home and swing dancing most Saturday nights!! |
Philosophy:
I love to explore new materials. I love to come up with new combinations and possibilities. But most of all, I love to share with my students and help them to make their personal visions come to life. Art is a wonderful way to connect with others. Creativity enables us to live more authentically. To be able to participate and share in this journey has been a wonderful gift. |
Awards / Degrees:
2nd place in the 2006 North American Design Competition1998 – IDEX People’s Choice Award |
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