I have lived in the lush and mossy northwest since 1988, and worked with clay for the past 25 years. My studio looks out to a peaceful Buddha garden beneath a sturdy tall western Red Cedar. Beyond is a large lake whose temperament and texture changes with the weather. The sculpted presence of the Cascade Mountain Range forms a background in the distance. A different view looks towards the grandeur of a Giant Sequoia, another influence in my life, and work.

My ceramic sculptures and altars are meant to evoke a sense of the archaic; to be perceived as pieces that have been unearthed after many years. My work is inspired by my own Buddhist meditation practice as well as my travels in Asia to ancient pilgrimage and holy sites, to walking journeys in the British Isles, and attraction to the ancient archaea of standing stones and circles. For many years my work was exclusively raku-fired in my garden. At present I am exploring and working with cold finishes and patinas for the surface of my pieces. My intention is to impart a sense of connection, harmony and well being; for each piece to hold and emanate a meditative, contemplative and centered feeling.