I'm a 3D studies major, From the Midwest, but more recently Walhalla, SC. I juggle working full time and commuting while creating my Ceramics, which contributes to their funky shapes. (they do a lot of traveling).I make large colorful funky decorative pieces, to bring something different and joyful into galleries and homes.

My art is a celebration of nature, joy, and the beauty of imperfection. Growing up immersed in the wonders of the outdoors, from working in my grandmother's garden to mushroom hunting in the woods, instilled in me a deep connection to the earth. This connection finds expression in my ceramics, where I transform natural elements into functional and decorative pieces.


Central to my artistic philosophy is the belief that there is no such thing as "normal" – which is merely a social construct we impose upon ourselves. By showcasing abnormal artwork, I aim to challenge these constructs and encourage others to embrace their uniqueness.


My artwork blurs the lines between functionality and sculpture, allowing each piece to take on its own unique purpose in the eyes of the beholder. Whether serving as a practical item or a decorative ornament, my ceramics invite interaction and interpretation, making them truly special to those who possess them.


The unexpected twists and turns in my artistic journey, such as the unexpected deformities caused by mishaps with greenware, serve as reminders of the beauty found in embracing the unexpected and going with the flow. These moments of imperfection only add to the charm and character of my work.

Looking back, what advice would you give yourself?

Take all of it seriously from the start, learn to budget your time and also that it's okay to stop working so hard every once in a while to have some fun, or make some new friends.

My favorite memory was probably the final critique in ceramics. We all bring in a dish and after critique we sit down like a family on thanksgiving, using some of the ceramics we made for the semester and eat a hodge-podge meal. But there are always desserts, entrees, interesting drinks, etc. It's always a good way to say goodbye to a class.

My first section of Advanced Ceramics, The class was dynamic and we fed off each other so much. Professor Benson pushed us a lot, but we all came out of that one semester five times better than we went in. We all made very different work, and my work was a little lost at the time but it was the most exciting, excelling and supportive group of people I've ever gotten to work with. 

hat moment, project, and/or critique in your Art + Design career at AU has been pivotal to who you are as an artist or creator?

If I had to choose only one I would say the "professional  project," in Sculpture 2. We were instructed to recreate a piece made by a professional artist and it really taught me the value of fine details and craftsmanship. 

Well at least getting a job, but I'm submitting for exhibitions and things to push my work out to the world. I will also be looking for ways to spread art to my community, to me there is no better place for art than out in the community with the community.

I hope it encourages people to live their authentic "weird," life. My work expresses a clear opposite of what ceramics have always been: it is odd, large, mostly decorative, and just serves as something to enjoy through looking at or displaying. The forms are made to be "weird" and colorful and typically have hidden surprises within them because I want to encourage people to take time.

I'm working on a collection of vases, they are very textured, fairly large, and very colorful. I am testing out new pigment chemistry right now to see if I can make them brighter. But as always I am still experimenting with size, and shape. The biggest goal for the senior show is to have one vase that is at least three feet tall.