Ellen Schon

Big Mama references archaic fertility figures such as Venus of Willendorf. Originally inspired by my daughter’s pregnancy, this piece continues, in 3D printed form, the hand-built work of my (Re)generation Series.

This vase form embodies my fascination with anthropomorphic vessels, integrated pattern and form, and especially, the "clayness"of clay. Using this new technology of 3D clay printing expands my possibilities of creating ceramic forms. I now ponder in what ways I might bring my tactile self into the digital sphere.