Creature Feature

Growing up in Mississippi, I developed a strained relationship with hunting. In particular taxidermy and how it can be made into living art. The focus of my ceramics is on creating sculptural animal pieces. By adding unique mythological elements inspired by folklore, while also using clay building methods that humanize these creatures. Life is given back to these characters.

Thesis Committee Members:

Professor Robert Long, Chair

Professor Ming Hong

Doctor Jenna Altomonte

Jackalope 2

Handbuilt Jackalope sculpture fired in red oxide in gas kiln

Jackalope 3

Handbuilt Jackalope sculpture fired in red oxide in a gas kiln

Cat with Horns

Handbuilt cat sculpture fired with a blue-green glaze in a gas kiln

Dog with Wings

Handbuilt dog with bird wings fired with a white glaze in a gas kiln

Nude Cat

Handbuilt sphinx cat sitting and fired with a pink glaze