Growing up near a national forest in Northwestern Pennsylvania may explain why I draw inspiration from nature. The whimsical sense of my work derives from a childhood love of fairy tales and animated cartoon classics. The roots of my aesthetics lie in a sound education in the ceramic arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania with the legendary professor Frank Ross (d.1980).

As for techniques, I hand-build and throw on the wheel, using stoneware and porcelain clays.  Each piece is designed and crafted with attention to finishing touches and visual / tactile aesthetics. Functional pieces (bowls, pitchers, platters etc.) are food, microwave, dishwasher and oven safe.   

Did I say I LOVE teaching?  I hope my wonderful students at the Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles, IL receive as much joy and inspiration from me as I do from teaching them. 

My creative ventures in clay offer me endless challenge, learning opportunities and joy.  I hope you enjoy the results. Please email your comments or questions; love to hear from you.