"Slow down. Calm down. Don't worry. Don't Hurry. Trust the process."
-Alexandra Stoddard
-Alexandra Stoddard
I create sculptures that evoke a loose representation of movement, energy, and human form through the application of texture and patterns. Experimentation plays an essential role in the process; I place a strong emphasis on challenges that arise from altering or improvising throughout the sculpting process as opposed to focusing on precise expectations.
The repetition throughout my sculptural work embraces the rhythm of daily studio life and personal tendencies to stimulate a sense of energy and movement. Ornamentation is derived through nature, fabric, and personal decor; alternatively I utilize and experiment with various tools just as frequently to alter the final results.
I am often fascinated with the similarities between the process of ceramics and everyday life: one must be able to adapt to changes frequently and it is up to the artist if they are inspired through their successes and failures.
The repetition throughout my sculptural work embraces the rhythm of daily studio life and personal tendencies to stimulate a sense of energy and movement. Ornamentation is derived through nature, fabric, and personal decor; alternatively I utilize and experiment with various tools just as frequently to alter the final results.
I am often fascinated with the similarities between the process of ceramics and everyday life: one must be able to adapt to changes frequently and it is up to the artist if they are inspired through their successes and failures.
