Michele Hastings

Seagrove, North Carolina, USA

Title: Vase with Carved Gingko Leaves

Year of Creation: 2012

Glaze: Tenmoku and natural ash glaze

Clay Body: Stoneware

Dimensions: Height 8.5 inches, Width 5 inches

Artist's Statement: My work is primarily simple wheel thrown forms, altered, impressed with stamps or a carved design. I enjoy atmospheric firing fueled by either wood or gas. The element of surprise intrigues and delights me.