About Kim
Artist Statement
My work is bold and fun. I celebrate color, pattern and shape, creating dynamic visual contrast within each piece. The colors I use are vibrant; the patterns are clean and simple yet bold; and the shapes are often altered to create a sense of movement and playfulness. I use both wheel thrown and hand building techniques, often combining both in the same piece.
Education
- Western Michigan University Bachelor of Science in Art
- Apprenticeship with potter/sculptor David Austin.
Bio
Kim first studied ceramics at Western Michigan University. She opened her ceramics studio in 1999 after apprenticing with potter/sculpture David Austin for one year. Since then Kim has been self taught, continually experimenting with new techniques and designs. She currently shows her work at fine galleries and participates in juried fine art fairs throughout Michigan.
Articles
Kim was featured in an article in the Northern Express. Read it here.
Selected Exhibitions
November 2010 — “Earthy Treasures” Pewabic Pottery, Detroit, MI
June 2010 — “For the House and Garden” Pewabic Pottery, Detroit, MI
November 2009 — “Blaze of Color” Water Street Gallery, Douglas, MI
November 2009 — “Transposition” Meredith Krell Studio, Charlevoix, MI
December 2008 — “Bold, Brash and Bright” Side Door Gallery, Dexter, MI
September 2008 — “Rare Threads: On The Fringe” Jordan River Arts Council, East Jordan, MI
June 2008 — “Playful Objects” Water Street Gallery, Douglas, MI
January 2008 — “Clay Artists and Friends” Jordan River Arts Council, East Jordan, MI
November 2007 — “Studies in Studios” Water Street Gallery, Douglas, MI
May 2007 — “Off The Walls” Water Street Gallery, Douglas, MI
September 2006 — “Secret Spaces of Childhood” Crooked Tree Art Center, Petoskey, MI
Selected Awards
July 2014 — Royal Oak Clay, Glass & Metal Show. Best of Clay
August 2012 — Glenview Art Fair. 3-D Functional Honorable Mention
July 2011 — Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair. 3-D Honorable Mention
July 2011 — Petoskey Art in the Park. Second Place
June 2011 — KIA Art Fair. Best in Ceramics
June 2010 — Reed’s Lake Art Fair. Honorable Mention
June 2009 — ArtRapids! Second Place
May 2008 — North Central Michigan College. Honorable Mention
November 2006 — Jordan River Arts Council. Second Place
July 2006 — Petoskey Art in the Park. Third Place
July 2006 — Petoskey Art in the Park. Purchase Prize Award
July 2005 — Petoskey Art in the Park. Purchase Prize Award
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