This site offers a glimpse into my decades-long love affair with clay. I can trace my love for this material to a single event at age eleven: I touched a vein of soft yielding clay on the side of a freshly cut dirt road. That early encounter evolved into a consuming passion which, enriched by a childhood lived in the tropics, continues to fuel and guide my creative expression.

The work you see here is original in design. It reflects a dynamic, yet simple style that seeks to balance the practical with the aesthetic and celebrates pattern, form, texture - even sound. A quote by Arts & Crafts designer William Morris best informs my philosophy about working with clay: "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful". I find great satisfaction in creating a piece that is finely crafted, has enduring beauty, enough humor to spark a smile, and will last indefinitely when well-cared for.

Every piece shown on this website - from the humble bowl to the technically complex reliquary and whimsical beast rattle - was individually and lovingly crafted by my hands. I favor various hand building techniques using porcelain or stoneware to shape, stretch, texture, nip and tuck each piece into its final form. I use electric, gas, and wood-fueled kilns in the mid and high-fire ranges to ensure durability. Traditional Japanese-inspired glazes enhance the tableware, which is dishwasher-safe and designed for everyday use. For those of you who own a piece (or two), I hope they have served you well and brought you joy over the years.

My work is a part of public and private collections throughout the United States and abroad.  It has received awards at various fine craft shows and has been featured on Oregon Public Broadcasting's Oregon Art Beat.  Professional affiliations include the Oregon Potters Association and the National Association of Independent Artists.

I currently live and maintain a studio full-time just west of Portland, Oregon. My work is available through juried art fairs and by appointment.  The work displayed on this website is a sample of my sculptures and functional designs.  If you are interested in purchasing similar work or would like pricing information, feel free to contact me via phone or email.