Black Tree Studio Pottery

As a craftsman and fine artist, my pottery embodies the following issues: the beauty of natural materials; nature’s sculptural shapes; the transformative power of fire, light, and time; and the “stories” of unearthed artifacts from ancient cultures. My pottery is functional yet sculptural. I create both single one-of-a-kind pieces as well as series which explore variations of forms. I employ a combination of hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Porcelain inlays, stoneware, and marbled clay are my preferred materials. I glaze minimally and intentionally to highlight the texture and color of these clays. I combine technical proficiency, intuition and improvisation to determine a pot’s shape and texture as well as to anticipate how the clay’s natural color and texture will transform through reduction high firing.

Winner of the ACE 2018 Best New Artist Award

You will be redirected to this artist’s online store. Transactions, communications and shipping arrangements are the sole responsibility of the artist and buyer.

Visit this artist on Facebook

Visit this artist on Instagram

Visit this artist on Twitter

2021 Ceramics Artists

Return to All Artists