Rocks are a constant source of inspiration for my artwork. Ranging from my love of their shapes whether it's an individual rock or whole rock formation. In addition I gain ideas from rocks earthy color palette, and patterns.

The rocks from my most recent trip to lake superior were particularly inspiring. That shoreline had a plethora of voluminous round rocks with amazing patterns. Look at how I found a black rock with an orange pattern similar to my tattoo.
I seriously could have drawn sketches of the rock patterns for days on that trip. I couldn't believe diversity of granite colors with subtle texture. I mean just look at that yellowish and reddish rock I am holding in the pictures below. Glaze goals for sure!

Ps. I hope you had some adventures and time to be refreshed by nature this summer as well.

About my Dad:
He is a psychologist and builds beautiful homes on the side. I am a lot like my dad, and share the "energizer bunny" gene.

My Dad is one of my biggest mentors.
He taught me:

• Great work ethic (by example, how he raised us, and all the summers of working on his houses)
• Appreciation or respect for functional arts (there are a lot of parallels between pottery and architecture...the details really make a house or a pot great)

I feel really lucky to have such a wonderful family, and a dad that is supportive of my career in the arts.