This is the progression of a resent commission.
The piece measures approximately
14" long x 12" wide x 8" tall.
This alone presented
several challenges.
The interior structure secures the shape, lessens the
risk of warping.
risk of warping.
After a domed top was added,
I worked on the layout of the
flowers.
Flowers are held in place until firing with
wooden skewers after painting on underglazes.