Patricia Griffin
Cambria, Ca
California-based ceramic artist making pieces rich in imagery, pattern and texture that invite a closer look.
MessageI am an experienced, enthusiastic ceramic artist making pieces rich in imagery, pattern and texture that invite a closer look. I often work with themes of the natural world and employ a bit of whimsy to welcome the viewer or user into the narrative.
I have a three-pronged practice:
- Site-specific art - including wall installations for public and private spaces, currently working on my third large wall installation bringing nature-inspired art to healthcare facilities
- Studio collections - making functional pieces that bring calm or delight to the tabletop
- Community projects - often with a fundraiser, as well as interactive component that increases awareness by engaging people to participate directly in the making process
After many years with my own public studio/gallery, I now operate a home-based “green” studio utilizing using solar, clay reclaim, and water conservation methods. I also am a certified California naturalist, and my interest in nature is often reflected in the work I make.
Statement
I use the traditional technique of sgraffito in contemporary designs, etching through an applied color to the clay surface. It’s similar to making a woodcut, and the result looks very much the same. I’m enthralled with creating narratives using layers of form, color and imagery to break up the surface and create movement around a three-dimensional form.
My work – whether large-scale wall art or intimate tabletop pieces – celebrates nature. I seek to bring awareness to the value of our wild places and natural elements, often focusing on a particular landscape, seascape, specific plants or birds. It could be the starting point for discussion or, in conjunction with collaborators and partners, a way to engage people in taking their own action to be environmental stewards.
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