Some of my highlights
Katarina Wells
My aim is to express a sense of balance and harmony through my work. I hand build my pieces over a period of a few days, to allow the clay to stiffen sufficiently, before adding more coils. This slow process fosters an organic growth, allows for time to step back and observe where a piece intends to go.
For many of my outdoor sculptures I use iron and copper finishes, relishing the rich patinas that develop when exposed to the elements.
Inspiration is found in the natural world – the colours and textures of rocks, seedpods, wasp’s nests or shark eggs found on the beach.
I grew up in Austria and moved to Australia in my early twenties. In 2000 I completed a studio ceramics course at Brookvale TAFE. I have been exhibiting my work since 2007. I live and work at Clareville on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. My studio is open to the public three times a year as part of Pittwater Artists Trail (http://pittwaterartiststrail.com.au) or by appointment.
Some of My Work is Featured Below.
Katarina Wells
Terra Sigillata, a natural finish containing very fine clay particles, provides a sensual, tactile surface for much of her work. For many of her outdoor sculptures Katarina uses iron and copper finishes, relishing the rich patinas that develop when exposed to the elements. Inspiration is found in the natural world – the colours and textures of rocks, seedpods, wasp’s nests or shark eggs found on the beach.