For all my life I have been fascinated by the human body, and by its expressiveness. Clay is the perfect medium for me because of its suppleness, which makes it feel alive.
My work explores the numerous possibilities of showing inner processes by certain poses, facial characteristics or gestures of the body.
My pieces are detailed and close to nature. These details, especially of the face, enable me to feel connected with the piece. I have to work on the facial expression of the piece until we "click".
Working on a piece makes me feel intensely alive, and aware of the wonder, danger and adventure of being human. I also want to create a sense of compassion in the viewer. Through being shown a feeling or state of mind that resonates, the viewer becomes aware of how we as humans are connected throughout space and time. My greatest reward is when I am told that I was able to convey these sensations to another person through one of my sculptures.
My work explores the numerous possibilities of showing inner processes by certain poses, facial characteristics or gestures of the body.
My pieces are detailed and close to nature. These details, especially of the face, enable me to feel connected with the piece. I have to work on the facial expression of the piece until we "click".
Working on a piece makes me feel intensely alive, and aware of the wonder, danger and adventure of being human. I also want to create a sense of compassion in the viewer. Through being shown a feeling or state of mind that resonates, the viewer becomes aware of how we as humans are connected throughout space and time. My greatest reward is when I am told that I was able to convey these sensations to another person through one of my sculptures.