The beauty of the form is
central to all of Carol's ceramic art. Carol's purely expressive, abstract porcelain sculptures, challenge her to create pieces with strong lines while conveying an underlying sense of simplicity. The forms are enhanced by the pure white surface without the need to add any other color or decoration. The shapes, intersection of the curving surfaces and the negative spaces that develop are carefully examined and refined during the forming process. With a loose idea of the intended form, the anticipation of how each new sculpture progresses keeps her fully engaged. The visual effect of the pieces when viewed from different angles are also carefully considered. Fragility is a recurring theme, compelling Carol to push
the boundaries of the material. The pieces are finished with an exquisite burnished terra sigillata surface.
Carol’s work has been recognized by numerous
awards including grants she received from The Ontario Arts Council to study at
The International Ceramic Research Centre in Denmark in 2011 and in Jingdezhen,
China in 2013. Living in the beautiful town of Deep River where she is able to
encounter nature on a daily basis has a profound influence on her concept of
ceramic art.
