Hi, my name is Kay! I’ve been making pottery for about six years and teaching for two. I specialize in wheel throwing and love sharing my passion for ceramics with others. My work is deeply inspired by nature, and I strive to reflect its beauty and organic forms in my pieces. Teaching brings me so much joy, as I get to help others explore their creativity and discover the magic of working with clay.

Small batch potter and ceramic instructor.

In my work you will see combinations of wheel thrown and hand building techniques. I gravitate toward new age, simple shapes with a pop of color or whimsy. My favorite design elements are underglaze, surface carving, sgraffito, slip transfer, exposed clay and wax resist. 

I received my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree for both ceramics and sculpture at Colorado State University where I had several amazing instructors that helped me grow. They taught me how to see beyond face value and the difference between making and creating. I love the making process, but enjoy when I have the opportunity dig deep to create something unique.  I went on to pursue a masters degree in fine arts at the University of Hartford where I learned to think outside of the box and truly explore art and its meaning in my life. After obtaining my degree, I spent too many years in corporate America but continued creating in clay.  This timeframe gave me the tools I needed to take the leap and start my own business. 

I am excited to provide a different kind of environment for people to be creative. The art school offers wheel throwing, Hand-Building and Sculpture classes and opportunities to learn some alternative firing techniques.  In time, I hope to provide space for studio artist and start a regenerative educational garden with space for artists and gardening enthusiasts to enjoy.

All the best,

Tanya

Tanya@cedaroakfarm.org