CVs aside, I've already lived many lives: as a preschool teacher, art educator, and textile decorator of public spaces. Now, my hands are literally in the dirt—and sometimes, even in hair.

I've used clay to create a variety of things: a spittoon, a Napoleon pig, a laying hen, a coffee cup spa for larvae, death's-head hawkmoth, and a lard beetle. My work exists at the intersection of everyday life, history, and imagination—often infused with absurd thoughts and humor, but always imbued with a deep love for ceramics.

I can also make a bowl, a plate, a cup, and even a whole set of tableware. I enjoy designing utility items, especially when they have meaningful stories to tell. However, I am happiest when I dive into the history of ceramics and uncover something strangely fascinating. 

For example, did you know that throughout history, artificial teeth have been made from various materials including wood, bone, vulcanite, and ceramics? Wedgwood supplied porcelain for these teeth as early as the late 1700s. Additionally, funnels, which were originally made from clay, have a history spanning around 5,000 years. Interestingly, early uses of funnels included some unconventional practices, such as enjoying beverages in unique ways. Furthermore, the oldest ceramic toys discovered in archaeological excavations date back as far as 4,000 years, and some of them even feature mechanical movements. Isn't that amazing? 

Humans are "homo ludens"—the playing creature. For me, ceramics is about playing, exploring, and discovering. It involves the matter and shapes, the toughness or fragility of clay, and the element of surprise. But it's also about joy, freedom, and insights. Play breeds creativity, and often, the best ideas emerge when you're not trying too hard