10/25/2025
Process so much defines an artwork, or artist, and can represent its entire value. Everything made in my studio is done by hand, and that definition is considered very intentionally. Drawing from life, carving molds by hand with wooden tools, pressing tiles with my own strength, and brushing glaze on to tiles with concentated effort and over-consumption of coffee defines the work I make. There are NO cnc routers, printers, scanners, AI nonsene whatsoever. All this technology compromises the Arts & Crafts lifestyle. All I need to fuel my work is a good meal and night of rest, and the regular company of good friends. If Im down, a walk listening to the neighborhood birds can reinspire me. Meanwhile, all those programs that use downloaded programs connected to the cloud are fueled by data centers, the enemy of the wildlife and nature. I know Instagram is a part of this too. But the quality of handmade tiles is in HOW they are made, the craftsman, and their artistic touch. It takes way more energy to use 3D printers and routers to make a mold than what my own hands can do. You cannot call work handcrafted if these tools are being used. Thank you to everyone who attended my art show this season and admired this quality in the tiles. We need to stand up for a healthy, quality lifestyle rooted in nature, growing things, and helping each other grow. We can do so much more with ourselves, our hands, and seeing our own communities. And limiting our data usage and apps on our devices. We need to stop the proliferation of data centers.
