Karen Case
Artist Statement
I am constantly challenged to achieve excellence and strive to create items of
enduring beauty and individuality. For my method of construction, I chose the
inventiveness of hand-building, oftentimes braving the difficulties of porcelain,
even for Raku. The beauty of a Rakued porcelain vessel is outstanding.
I enjoy experimentation, not being bound to any technique or form. For glazing
and firing, I prefer Raku, although I do use gas, soda, electric and wood firing.
Each has it's own beauty. But I always return to Raku. I love to experience
the jubilation of having a vessel survive the thermal shock of the Raku process.
I love the immediate excitement of watching the magical color development of a
successful firing.
For more work, see www.karen-case.com
