Connie Ree Green

email:cree_green@yahoo.com
tel: 512.461.4059

Artist's Statement

There are several series of work represented by these photos. Techniques and subject matter often overlap as an idea develops. Clay has been my primary means of expression for many years and is still present in my newer work, as is the subject matter of the human form. When working with clay I find that I love the color and texture of Bisqued clay (i.e., clay that has been fired once and left unglazed, see “Woman as Vessel” pieces). When glazing I use copper based glazes and the Raku method for firing (See Raku pieces). In both presentations of clay objects I like the ambiguity that the surface presents to the viewer… is it metal, paper or clay?

More recently I have moved into the sculptural world of found objects. Quite often clay objects work their way into a piece (see Breastplates, Night Baby and Earth Baby). Found Object work is exciting, as it seems to take a life of its own: disparage pieces come together as a whole creating a symbolic journey for the creator and viewer alike.

With my pastel pieces, it is a journey back to my childhood roots in the love of drawing and a new way to express my muse. I love how a piece comes alive before my eyes, how it takes on depth and expression, how it is the emotion of reality. In the pastel pieces, the human form is the major link to my other work, however, I often use a clay “tablet” as my paper and oxides and colorants used in glaze work as my “pastels” (see “I Thumb”).

My artwork is an outgrowth of my life, my loves and my experiences. As such much of it is very personal and, at least for now, is not all available for sale (for example, “Raku: Baby in Garden” and “Raku: Baby Buddha”) however, commissions are accepted to do similar pieces as Raku or in pastel. Please call or email me to discuss details.

Thank you for your time and interest in my work!