A Relic of Another World
EMBRACING RAW, ORGANIC BEAUTY WITH A MODERN, SCULPTURAL APPROACH.
ABOUT
WIth a focus on refined simplicity and timeless defign, Left on Mars offers ceramics that feel both grounded and expressive, where decorative of functional, every piece reflects a dedication to craftsmanship, material exploration and a quiet sense of permanence.
PROCESS
THE LEFT ON MARS METHOD
1. CLAY SELECTION
I WORK WITH STONEWARE AND PORCELAIN, EACH OFFERING UNIQUE TEXTURES AND DURABILITY
3. DRYING & BISQUE FIRING
PIECES DRY SLOWLY BEFORE A BISQUE FIRING at 1900’F to strengthen them
5. FINAL FIRING
THE KILN REACHES UP TO 2300’F, MAKING EACH PIECE DURABLE AND ONE-OF-A-KIND
2. SHAPING
USING HAND-BUILDING AND WHEEL-THROWING TECHNIQUES, I FORM PIECES WITH PRECISION AND INTENTION
4. GLAZING
I APPLY HAND-MIXED GLAZES, EXPERIMENTING WITH TEXTURES AND FINISHES
6. FINISHING TOUCHES
I INSPECT, REFINE, AND ENSURE quality before a piece is ready to be used or displayed