When they go to their cupboard to pick out a bowl, they choose the one I created rather than the one bought at the local department store. When they are trying to create a certain ambience, they light a candle in one of my candle dishes. I try to create pieces that look and feel good when they are used. The weight of the piece, the way it fits in your hand, and the way the glaze defines the surface are all part of making a person want to use that piece. These are also the elements that create a connection between myself and the person handling my art.
Art is ultimately about the connection between artist and audience.
The artist uses art to communicate a message or idea to the people who come in contact with that art. If the artwork doesn't draw people in, they won't hear the artist's message. By creating pottery that is pleasing to look at and pleasing to hold, I hope to draw people to my work and convey to them the beauty of everyday objects.