I began to work in clay 12 years ago in Chicago at Northeastern Illinois University, ceramics came to me unexpectedly. I was an art history major looking for an easy studio art credit to fulfill my pre-requisites for my degree. To my shock and delight ceramics wasn’t easy and the clay was electrifying. After the first week of my Intro to Ceramics class I was hooked. After the first month I changed my major to sculpture and ceramics. I was inspired to learn and experience clay and since then I’ve been dedicated to refining my technique and aesthetic in clay. My journey as an artist has not always been smooth but I’ve always been able to maintain my connection to clay. Im a proud member and Vice-President of the Toledo Potters Guild and I’ve been part of the artist community of the Collingwood Art Center for the past nine years. I have been a three time recipient of the Edith Franklin Foundation Scholarship and a 2022 recipient of the Accelerator Grant.
