In the past 20 years I have been passionate about my work as a ceramic artist.  I have explored the historical significance that pottery has had on different cultures as well as the impact it has on the Contemporary Art and Craft Movement.  While I am still interested in the history of pottery vessels, ceramic objects and primitive techniques, my personal art focuses more on the contemporary art world and the contribution I can make as a ceramist.

 My ideas often examine utility, however, I feel my work can also function as a sculptural or decorative object.  More recently I have become increasingly interested in architecture and how it applies to my work.  This interest was brought on by my travels abroad. I find an interesting parallel between architecture and pottery.  Like architecture, pottery deals with elements of form and structure, interior/exterior, utility or containment, surface detail and adornment.

 Form is the most essential element in my work.  My secondary focus is to develop different types of surfaces that will enhance and support the form.  I have explored surface by continuous testing of ceramic materials, kiln design, kiln construction and firing.