“I strive to make the form of each piece interesting and strong, capable of functioning so well that it will be enjoyed and used often because it elevates the ordinary to something special.”
Cathi’s creation of functional dishes is grounded in her belief that it’s important to have handmade items in our lives to help us remain connected to the natural world and to each other. Most of her work is wheel-thrown and altered into square or triangular shapes. Pieces are decorated with impressions from nature or geometric shapes that attempt to fit the form add texture to the surface. Cathi hopes that you will engage with her work and notice the different rich earthy tones and varying textures.
What makes Cathi’s work unique is the salt-fired technique she uses to finish her stoneware. The salt vaporizes at a high temperature in the kiln and interacts with the clay to create a glaze. The process can create a variety of textures on the same object, providing wonderfully unpredictable results. Cathi’s high fired stoneware is light to the touch, yet remains very durable and resists chipping. All items are dishwasher and microwave safe.
