A few weeks ago, I started offering Metalsmithing Workshops in our SoWa Boston studio, right in the South End of Boston. It was such a sweet and peaceful launch. I felt lucky that it went over quietly, as I got to work one-on-one in some private sessions. Usually the classes are kept to four, but I have to say, it was really lovely to get a chance to share my work and my methods in what turned out to be a private lesson of a session! See what workshop are currently available, here.
The Gua Sha tool is one of my most favorite tools that I carve from porcelain. It connects me to my mother and memories of finding her using this technique. It also fills me with pride to bring a bit of my...
An old sketch design from 2009, originally the pattern and (not show here) logo were not intended for porcelain but alas, it has found its way to this wall concept; and many a sketchbook and random sheet of paper.
In a porcelain studio, it's almost expected to see the influence of blue and white somewhere. Universally recognized, this signature glaze palette originated in China. This is a medium whose symbolism has...