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I didn’t plan this piece. It began as a simple experiment with a slab of clay in my studio, and by the time it came out of its second firing, it had become something I was genuinely proud of. If you have been searching for a ceramic wave sculpture for beach house living that does not feel mass produced, this is the piece I want to share. I call it Tide Runner, and this is how it came to life. How Tide Runner Was Built Everything I make starts with a slab of stoneware clay. I

When people find my work, it usually starts online. They are searching for something they cannot quite describe yet. It is not really about the exact words. It is about finding ceramic artwork that feels made by a person, with small variations that show it did not come from a factory.

I’ve always been drawn to the coast. I love the sand, the water, and the way everything feels a little slower there. Nothing is sharp or rushed, and I think that’s why it shows up so clearly in my work. When I’m in the studio, I’m often thinking about those places. The way shorelines curve, how waves fold in on themselves, and how color changes depending on the light. That influence has shaped the pieces I return to again and again, especially my handbuilt stoneware ceramic a

How a social media message turned into my largest custom piece I still remember reading Craig’s first message on Instagram. He had come across my work while scrolling and wanted to know if I would be interested in creating a Large Ceramic Fruit Bowl  for a new café space he was building at Connect Labs Charlotte. The café was part of a modern building supporting a medical school, with a strong focus on health, wellness, and community. He sent photos of the space, explained ho

Coastal-Inspired Ceramics Designed for Designers, Stagers, and Curated Interiors When I’m creating work in my Charlotte studio, I’m always thinking about how a piece will live in a space. I consider scale, light, texture, and how the form will interact with furniture and architectural elements. Luxury handmade pottery plays a quiet but important role in interiors, especially for designers, home stagers, and boutique buyers who want to add depth and warmth without visual clutt