My goal is to integrate form, function and surface in a manner that brings a sense of excitement to my work. I am continually exploring the relationship between surface decoration and form, while in the surface treatment of my work I use line, pattern and color to create the vibrant surfaces. The floral motifs on the pot are patterns rather than actual representations that serve to divide the space in interesting way. I use the gold decal as a contrast to the painterly surfaces. 

This teapot is thrown and paddled oval. The sections (body, spout, feet and lid are made separately and then assembled to complete the teapot. The various colors are applied with a brush to the majolica glazed surface to create the active patterns and decorations. After the firing the glazed surface maintains both the line quality of the patterns and the colors of the decoration. The gold decal is then added in a second firing as a contrast to the painterly surface.