Inspired by a love of dance and the imagery that surrounds her living in rural Vermont, Naomi strives to express through her work the rhythms and textures of movement. Carving into layered colored clay with a tool, rings of color reminiscent of ripples of water or wood grain appear. This method of working with the clay results in a richness of color, depth, flow and a multi-dimensional quality in her work. Clayquilts Creative Wall Hangings Clayquilts are created from a clay body the artist formulated which allows the clay to be rolled into thin sheets. The clay is designed with a needle, sun-dried and then hand painted with glazes before being fired to temperatures of over 2300 degrees.
Designs are either one of a kind, or of limited production.
Among some of Barbara's favorite things are pottery and beautiful flowers. In combining these two themes Barbara has created this romantic, timeless design for your use and enjoyment. Her vases' sensuous shapes and rich colors are a pleasure to both touch and behold.