You Found One of My Handmade Pieces I’m so glad this piece found its way to you. Pottery began as a creative practice—a place for experimentation, curiosity, messiness, and play. Working with clay asks me to slow down, remain present, and allow the process to unfold without knowing exactly how the finished piece will look. Every piece is made individually by hand. Small variations in shape, color, texture, and glaze are part of its character. No two pieces will ever be exactly alike. I hope the piece you selected brings a little beauty, warmth, or delight into your space. Caring for Your Pottery Please follow any care information included with your individual piece. Because each item is handmade: Handle it with care and protect it from sudden temperature changes. Ceramic pieces can chip or break if dropped. If a piece is not specifically marked as food-safe, please use it decoratively rather than for serving food or drinks. Decorative planters may need a liner or tray to protect furniture and other surfaces. Handwashing is the gentlest option and will help preserve your piece.
My relationship with clay began in high school, but it wasn’t until college that I truly fell in love with wheel throwing. Looking back, I sometimes wish I had chosen pottery as the concentration for my Bachelor of Arts instead of painting. Even so, art has remained an important part of who I am and how I move through the world.
Today, I bring my love of art into my work with clients in personal and meaningful ways, including creating these grounding owl stones. However, my pottery is not something I present as art therapy. It is my own artistic practice—a creative outlet that helps me cope, process difficult days, and reconnect with myself.
I now have a pottery wheel and a studio in my basement. After a difficult day, that space has become my haven. Working with clay gives me somewhere to slow down, use my hands, experiment, and let the noise of the day become a little quieter.
About 13 years ago, I met Mark Borella, the founder of Seeds of Happiness. Over the years, Mark and I have collaborated on projects created to build mental health awareness. He has also graciously allowed me to use his kilns to fire my work. His generosity and support have become a meaningful part of my pottery journey—and have helped make these grounding owls and other handmade pieces possible.
For me, pottery is more than creating an object. It is a reminder that something meaningful can emerge when we give ourselves time, space, patience, and permission to create.