All of my pottery is wheel thrown, hand painted and functional ware. All of my paintings are inspired by the things that I love and experience in life. I’m happy to take special requests such as custom mugs based on photos of your pet and much more.

For me, pottery is about discovering and creating, trying different techniques, glazes, firings.  Finding what works and what doesn't.  Accepting challenges, solving problems and growing from them.  It's about the encouragement and inspiration I gain from my fellow artists and from you who "adopt" my pots.  My hope is that you will give them a good homes and that they will be used and loved and bring enrichment to your life, as they have to mine as I have invested my time and energy in them.  If you look closely, you will find my fingerprints on every piece--promise! 

I have been passionate about clay since my first pottery class 45 years ago, and have explored ceramic art as a hobby most of my life.  In 2018 I returned to Spokane from the Peace Corps, retired and ready to pour myself into my creative passion.  I have been passionate about clay since my first pottery class 45 years ago, and have explored ceramic art as a hobby most of my life. 

I love the feel of the clay when I am throwing on the potter’s wheel.  I enjoy dividing the pot into sections to decorate with carved or stamped patterns.  The variables in the glazing and firing processes have made me more accepting and open to chance.  I describe my pottery as elegantly functional.  I start with a classic shape and then add decorations based on the beauty I see in nature.