Pottery

I graduated with a degree in art and taught at the elementary and secondary levels for a while. Then I went to work for art materials manufacturers. After working in sales and marketing, I decided to try self employment, and began making luminaries. Starrylights have evolved over the years and have become a best seller. I am always working on new designs to keep the collection fresh.

Terra cotta clay is pressed on my original mold to form the two piece candleholder. The base is 4 inches in diameter and formed to hold the tealight which is included with each luminary. The top portion is hand drawn with a knife and stamped with custom made tools while the clay is wet. When the clay firms up, holes are cut into the clay to compliment the incised design and create the light patterns. After cleaning and firing, pieces are airbrushed with 3-5 colors and finished with hand painting. Because no glazes are used on these luminaries, they do not get hot to the touch. They are weather tolerant and can be used indoors or outside.