When creating new, functional items, I make a conscientious effort to consider multiple uses for an individual piece, while attempting to maintain artistic integrity. The creation of my non-functional work involves the marriage of my imagination and ability within the limitations of my medium.

My work involves a number of commercial-grade clay bodies including porcelain, stoneware, and earthenware. The selection of each depends on the piece’s specific use and the client’s request. At this stage in my career, a porcelain-type clay body is my main focus. It seems to be the most challenging to throw on the potter's wheel and is the most refined.

Three of the main decorative techniques I use are sgraffito, carving and glaze manipulation. The sgraffito method of decoration involves creating a design by scratching through a colored layer of clay or slip to reveal the contrasting body color beneath. This method is represented in my grape and leaf designs, as well as in palm trees, fish, birds, chili peppers and more. Another favorite method of decorating is carving. This process can be combined with sgraffito to yield interesting results. Generally speaking, I use tools which remove the clay from the piece during the drying stage, when it is fairly hard, which allows for a greater variety of texture. The third type of surface decoration is what I refer to as glaze manipulation. This encompasses the pouring, dipping, splattering, and spraying of different colors of glaze. This technique is best represented in my designs that are reminiscent of landscapes or desert vistas. I continue to explore new and different decorative techniques, one of which is to incorporate organic material into the theme and design of my ceramic art pieces.

I take great pride in the quality of my work. The pieces are fired in my kiln at temperatures of 2,245 degrees Fahrenheit (1,230 degrees Celsius) and higher. This firing temperature insures the lasting durability of each piece. The glazes I use contain no lead and are suitable for ovens, microwave ovens, home dishwashers, and even commercial dishwashers, which traditionally operate at higher temperatures than home machines.