My work is both organic and archaeological, drawing its inspiration from natural forms like seed pods and primitive finds such as earth goddesses and arrow heads.

With the Goddess theme, I started with the idea of a small talisman or ritualistic object, something that might have been concealed in a pocket or hidden in a cave. As the idea has developed, my pieces have become more sophisticated, combining the imagery of mystical female forms with the simple angular planes and taut lines of arrow heads and spears.

Most of my pieces are ceramic, some are simply burnished and others smoke fired. I love the process of firing, of transformation and of the qualities that direct contact with fire can give to the surface of the clay. After firing I continue to develop an idea by adding other materials.

In addition to my ceramic forms I have also explored new materials, including cast lead crystal, bronze and carved wood to express my ideas.