Retagene Hanslik

I am drawn to ceramic clay because it offers the freedom of spontaneity over commitment. I start with a general idea but allow myself to make changes as I work. My favorite tools are my fingers and most of my pieces are made using a combination of slab, carving and pinching. The majority of my working time consists of smoothing and finishing, and I prefer my design to take precedence over the finish. My pieces, whether realistic or fantasy have a sense of movement and emotion, and more often than not, humor. My choice of clay and glaze color is usually more subtle, but I will sometimes break away and create something bold. I often name my pieces by the emotion they invoke in me, but I am always happy to leave interpretation up to the viewer and enjoy hearing what others see in them.
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