Trying something a little different with my chickens - working with a white clay body, adding a nice red brown underglaze, then etching different markings to show-off their feathers and personality. What do you think of this new look? #ceramicchicken #ceramicsofbluesky

Another Spring Meadow platter in the works - always love the peel/reveal of monoprinting ✨💖✨ Like opening a present! . . . #monoprinting #monoprintingonclay #peelandreveal #ceramicsofbluesky #processvideo

Here is the front/back of the (unfinished) piece I made, temporarily calling it Vulture Man. I envision it being shown with another figurative piece - which will be made at a later date. After it's been fired, I'll add some color to bring out the disconcerting beauty/ugliness of a King vulture.

Showing the different building stages of the backside of the figurative sculpture I'm working on: in its current resting/waiting state; without hands; without arms; without jacket or feathers. . . . #wip #wipwednesday #figurativesculpture #itsaprocess #ceramicart #ceramicsofbluesky

One proud papa and his baby chick! This is the final result of the Emperor penguin I made earlier. I'm really happy with how they turned out. Slide thru the photos for more details. I have a new found love for penguins✨🐧✨ . . . #emperorpenguin #ceramicbird #ceramicsofbluesky

Front side view of a piece I'm working on…see how it comes together (in reverse). Made during a fantastic 5-day workshop w/Kelsey Bowen; she shared many techniques in making a gestured figure with an animal head. I'll be working on the head now and will share those images later. #ceramicsofbluesky

Another chicken with all her marks! Next step is the kiln 🔥 . . . #wip #ceramicchicken #markmaking #etching #sgraffito #ceramicsculpture #ilovechickens #ceramicsofbluesky

I've been working on this for the past week, letting it emerge as it tells me a story. His name hasn't come to me yet, but I think he's a corporate-type worker who might be disgruntled/dissatisfied/disgusted. Or maybe recently fired. Is he speaking to you? What is he saying? #ceramicsofbluesky

Part of the fun of making my little chickens is adding lots of marks to represent their feathers and overall appearance. Any guess to how many different tools are used to make her marks?🧐 #wipwednesday #markmaking #sgraffito #etchingtools #etching #ceramicchicken #ceramicsculpture #ceramicsofbluesky

I painted the Pride colors onto a pair of wings for this little chicken then transferred them on. She seems very pleased with them ✨🌈🐔✨ #pride #ceramicchicken #ceramicsculpture #monoprinting #processvideo #inthestudio #ceramicsofbluesky

A baby duck curious about the world as mama duck patiently waits in the background. Happy Mother’s/Maternal Day to all who nurture, guide, and care for the young ones in our lives be they four-legged or two-legged critters. ✨💖✨ #ceramicsofbluesky

After making the figure, I cut her in half to hollow her out. She is all put back together(front and back views). I'm thinking she'd like to take long naps on a window sill someplace. #wip #figurativeart #figurativesculpture #humanform #ceramicsculpture #itsaprocess #ceramicsofbluesky

She's sound asleep, dreaming those dreams of running free without a care in the world, like a child. Weightless. I shared the bottom half of this sculpture yesterday - here's the top half; still a WIP. #wip #wipwednesday #ceramicsculpture #figurativeart #paperclay #itsaprocess #ceramicsofbluesky

Partially finished figure - playing with how the feet/toes casually rest on a flat surface. #wip #ceramicfigure #figurativeart #paperclay #itsaprocess #inthestudio #ceramicsofbluesky

One week from today is the opening of Ceramic Showcase - an all-ceramic show✨✨ This year I will have 3 pieces in the Gallery section of the show (see images). If you're in the Portland metro area I hope you have a chance to check it out; lots of art for everyone! www.ceramicshowcase.com

Applied underglaze and slip onto this Emperor penguin and his little buddy. I completely fell in love all over again with penguins when making. This is still a WIP; after its upcoming bisque firing I'll add more warm colors to certain white areas. I'll share when it's complete.🐧 🐧 #ceramicsofbluesky

It’s amazing how it transforms with color - especially adding the eyes. #ceramicduck #ceramicsofbluesky

I’ve been falling in love with birds lately - is it because of Spring? I started with a red-crested cardinal in February, followed by an Eastern bluebird then a robin. Then I had the bright idea to make a penguin! Now it’s a duck (WIP).🪿 I’m accruing quite the flock! #ceramicsofbluesky

Meet George, the Great Dane. He was made in remembrance of a certain Great Dane I knew. His markings show that he is loyal, loving, and brave. The design across his nose represents his patience: waiting for your 'okay' to take it. And, oh, those puppy eyes ✨✨ #the100daysproject #ceramicsofbluesky

Just another Sunday - with a brush, some underglaze, and a bowl. What are you working on? #inthestudio #underglaze #surfacedecoration #wip #the100dayproject

Queen Cat series: “Huntress". In her youth, my cat, Lana, loved to hunt. In the spirit of imagination, she’s ready to prepare her next meal. In reality, once Lana put the bird down and walked away, the bird would have a miraculous recovery and fly away. This feat would surprise both of us. Day42/100

"Getting Through the Muck and Mire (with some help)" will be at Ceramic Showcase, April 25-27. Elements of underlying meaning carry her story forward… Jumping fish: significant life change Wings: transcend limitations Gladioli: strength Dahlias: commitment Blue dress: sadness, yet inner peace

Penguins are gosh-darn cute! This little guy started as a dad and his egg on his feet, but then I thought, a penguin chick instead? Yes, definitely! I’m still working on it - need to add some wings & color, so stay tuned. Day 39/100 #ceramicbirds #claypenguin #ceramicpenguin #wip #the100dayproject

Little ceramic flowers to brighten a spot in the home - in the kitchen, a window sill, a shelf or a bathroom - lots of possibilities! In order: Zinnia - Sunflower with Honeybee - Petunia with Ladybug #ceramicart #homedecor #forthehome #ceramicflower #iloveflowers #the100dayproject

From underglazes painted onto newsprint, to a transfer on clay, to a fired platter, to hanging on someone’s wall: the evolution of “Hen in the Garden” wall hanging/platter. Day 37/100 #monoprint #monoprintonclay #wallhanging #ceramicplatter #ceramicsofbluesky #the100dayproject

Start to finished platter - creating one of my favorite floral designs, the Flower Box. In less than a minute (in real time it happens over several days), I add layers of underglaze, slip, transfer it onto clay, form it into a platter, cut the edges; voilá: a glazed platter for serving or to hang.

This is Lana (real and not-so-real)! I made this little rendition of her awhile back; it generally sits on my work area so she’s nearby. She’s an older lady now but her adorable personality still shines thru & she’s still my Queen. ✨🐈‍⬛🧡👑✨ #caturday #ceramiccat #figurativeart #ilovecats #catsculpture

This is me doing one of my early transfers many(many!) moons ago. I think I made this into a small bowl shape. ✨🐠✨ #monoprintonclay #surfacedecoration #ceramics #wip #itsaprocess

I made these tulip-inspired wine goblets as a wedding gift to a special couple. The meaning of a red tulip is "a declaration of love" and a purple one is for "admiration and adoration". Many years of happiness to the couple ✨👩‍❤️‍👨✨ #winegoblets #weddinggift #ceramicgoblets

Bracing the figure upside down as I begin to create the eyes of this piece. First the whites, then the iris(4seconds in). Then 2 coats of gloss before firing. Day 31/100 #wip #paintingeyes #figurativeart #ceramicsculpture

Part 2 Here I am wiping off the washes (see previous video). See all the nooks and crannies become defined? Next comes adding details to the face. Day 30/100 #wip #figurativeart #ontheworktable #inthestudio #itsaprocess #the100dayproject

Applying three different colors of washes to the head of my latest figurative piece. The washes help create depth; I let it dry before wiping off. Day 29/100 #wip #figurativeart #ontheworktable #inthestudio #itsaprocess #the100dayproject #ceramicsofbluesky

Three little birdies coming out of the kiln to say Hi! I have an in-person workshop coming up teaching you different ways to sculpt birds; one in April and one in May. ✨🐦✨ Day 28/100 #unloadingkiln #ceramicbirds #sculptingclay #howiamaco #redclaylove #the100dayproject

Playing around with a couple of cups: one has broken pieces of underglaze added to the surface; the other is a wip: black cup etched with flowers - the dots at the top will sparkle with gold after the next firing. Day 27/100 #kilnunload #unloadingkiln #ceramiccups #sgraffito #underglaze #redclaylove

Brightening up a space by putting violet and blue flowers in front of a fence on this plate. #kilnunload #unloadingkiln #monoprint #monoprintonclay #ceramicplate #redclaylove #rebeccagerendasyclayart #the100dayproject #the100dayproject2025

Final results of the Flower Box platter. Day 25/100 #monoprint #monoprintonclay #ceramicplatter #kilnunload #rebeccagerendasyclayart #the100dayproject #ceramicsofbluesky

Lots of little flowers and leaves, each needing their 2 coats of underglaze. Day 24/100 #monoprint #monoprintonclay #itsaprocess #inthestudio #underglaze #the100dayproject #ceramicsofbluesky

My Flower Box platter is getting its final glaze on! The result will be a nice matte finish. Day 23/100 #inthestudio #itsaprocess #glazingday #redclaylove

After the wash/wipe step I add a final glaze. The pink color will become a clear matte and the green color will be a clear gloss after firing. Day 22/100 #wip #ceramics #glazingceramics #the100dayproject

Added a black wash to these blue and violet florals. Listen as the brush scrapes across the plate and the water is squeezed from the sponge 🧽 💦 All in the fun✨👩‍🎨 Day 21/100 #wip #monoprint #monoprintonclay #itsaprocess #inthestudio #processvideo #asmrspongesounds

Added some color to the ‘flying’ bird - representing a white-breasted nuthatch - then etched some marks to accentuate areas. In 2nd photo you can see the small cut-out I added in order to hang it on a wall. Day 20/100 #wip #sgraffito #itsaprocess #redclaylove #the100dayproject

Added a chocolate brown wash to this platter to bring out the etched lines. Wait to see the results at the end. Day 19/100 #wip #monoprint #monoprintonclay #itsaprocess #ontheworktable #inthestudio #the100dayproject #processvideo

Adding a wing onto this little bird which, when decorated and finished, will hang on a wall. Day 18/100 #wipwednesday #ceramicbird #handbuildingwithclay #inthestudio #itsaprocess #the100dayproject

Etching thru the underglaze and slip which reveals the terracotta clay beneath. This step accentuates the shapes and gives the flowers detail. Day 17/100 #the100dayproject #etchingclay #sgraffito #wip #monoprint

The results of a winter botanical design monoprinted onto a slab-built mug. Day 16/100 #the100dayproject #ceramicmug #redclaylove #monoprintonclay #ceramicsofbluesky

Part of the creative process is also loading the kiln! Here’s a panoply of work: small dishes from students, new platters, critters, and a few small cups. Day 15/100 #the100dayproject #ceramicsofbluesky #kilnloading #loadingthekiln

I’ve just begun a Pacific Northwest Ceramic artists Starter Pack. Hoping to build a supportive community for PNW artists here. If you’re a PNW clay artist and would like to be added to this starter pack, send me a message! All are welcome 🤗 go.bsky.app/6aV31Ct #pottery #pnw #pottersofbluesky

Here are 2 WIP examples of a new concept to show how some expressions change/disappear over time. Fingers crossed how it actually looks after final glazing…always the tricky part, getting what’s in your imagination translated to finished 3D. Day 14/100 #the100dayproject #paperclay #ceramicsofbluesky

The results of 3 different mono prints of the same design - each slightly different - in these 3 bowls.✨✨ Day 13/100 #the100dayproject #the100dayproject2025 #monoprintonclay #redclaylove #ceramicbowl #ceramicsofbluesky

Each monoprint is a little different from all the others, even if I make a similar design. That’s one of the reasons I love this technique - each result is unique. Day 12/100 #wip #monoprintonclay #redclaylove #processvideo #the100dayproject #the100dayproject2025 #ceramicsofbluesky