Through the face pots I question the complexities of human nature and identity. The humorous yet often prickly characteristics of the works stand in contrast to the seductive, glossy glaze, creating a dichotomy that is both otherworldly and inviting. This tension draws out a confrontive feeling, questioning the delicate balance between surface allure and the crude tactility of clay as a material. 

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I see the face pots as their own entities, serving as a metaphor for self acceptance, and are communicators of emotions we often hide.  

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My research in 18th-century design in shown in the decorative elements of the face pots, a time where ceramics were crafted to conform with the extravagant design styles of the Rococo and Baroque movement. Similarly, we today "style" our appearances, attitudes, and behaviors to align with the media we consume, these decorative elements act as both an armor to our feeling, as well as flamboyant characteristics.  

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