Brian Evans
Artist Statement:
Inspiration can be found anywhere and everywhere you look. A stroll on the beach, a walk through the city, or even in a dirty garage, offer an endless supply of concepts for a work of art.
My work conveys the inspiration that I find in my surroundings. Sometimes something as simple as the blade of a saw or a bellows used to blow on a fire can inspire an entire series of work. This body of work conveys simple found objects that inspire minimal or complex linear forms. I use textured glazes to emulate weathered or patinaed surfaces that are common due to the salty air of Coastal North Carolina.
Artist Statement:
Inspiration can be found anywhere and everywhere you look. A stroll on the beach, a walk through the city, or even in a dirty garage, offer an endless supply of concepts for a work of art.
My work conveys the inspiration that I find in my surroundings. Sometimes something as simple as the blade of a saw or a bellows used to blow on a fire can inspire an entire series of work. This body of work conveys simple found objects that inspire minimal or complex linear forms. I use textured glazes to emulate weathered or patinaed surfaces that are common due to the salty air of Coastal North Carolina.
Joe Cunliffe
I have been a practicing artist since 1984, and I have a Master's degree in Painting. I shared my love of art with High School students as a teacher for over thirty years and now devote all my time and energy to my own work. Stylistically, my work lies somewhere between surrealism and impressionism. I have been strongly influenced by the period in art history from 1880-1900. I have found inspiration there as well as the aesthetic theories of C. G. Jung.
Bev Haley
For as long as I can remember I have always expressed myself through the arts. Molding objects out of clay or interpreting the world through painting seems to flow naturally. My clay work is inspired by natural forms. I enjoy pushing the medium until it evolves into a pleasing shape. Texture and color are used to enhance and compliment the shapes. Creating is so much fun and so rewarding. I can't imagine an existence without it.
For as long as I can remember I have always expressed myself through the arts. Molding objects out of clay or interpreting the world through painting seems to flow naturally. My clay work is inspired by natural forms. I enjoy pushing the medium until it evolves into a pleasing shape. Texture and color are used to enhance and compliment the shapes. Creating is so much fun and so rewarding. I can't imagine an existence without it.
Carolyn Witkowski
I have been surrounded by art my entire life. As an adult, my focus was painting with watercolor and acrylics. I was introduced to clay several years ago and I fell in love! For me, it is the transformation of holding a block of raw clay and turning it into a beautiful sculpture or functional piece of art. I really enjoy hand building. I love the process of creating pieces that emulate interesting things that surround us in our everyday lives. Being a part of the pottery community has given me so much joy!
I have been surrounded by art my entire life. As an adult, my focus was painting with watercolor and acrylics. I was introduced to clay several years ago and I fell in love! For me, it is the transformation of holding a block of raw clay and turning it into a beautiful sculpture or functional piece of art. I really enjoy hand building. I love the process of creating pieces that emulate interesting things that surround us in our everyday lives. Being a part of the pottery community has given me so much joy!