Jeweled
Boxes/Bowls
I approached Susan Emerson, a friend and fellow artist, to see if she
would be interested in collaborating with me on clay boxes. She agreed and the following is the result, but first a little about Susan:
Susan received a BFA from San Francisco Art Institute. She has
taught arts and crafts at the Native American Aids Project, North Woods Discovery School, Shasta College Community Education,
and the Shasta County Arts Council. She is presently working with Far Northern Regional as a consultant/mentor in a
pilot program with clients with cerebral palsy in marketing and developing their art work.
Artist Statement:
I was born into a family of artists and closet writers. Inspired by
my Iroquois and Russian background I am drawn to functional art used in every day life. I use many types of mediums
in my art work including things from nature and found objects. This eclectic approach when combined with my love of
color - in nature, paint, glass and resin - conveys the meaning and beauty behind everyday living. Art for me is as
crucial as breathing; it feeds me mentally, physically, emotionally and spirtually.
