Ellen Silberlicht
Painter/Sculptor/Ceramist

Life takes us on many adventures, and as an artist my adventures are always reflected in my artwork. I try to fit as much travel in my life, along with exposing myself to workshops where I can learn new techniques. I am always up for learning something new!

This is certainly evident in my most recent works where I have married my adventure of travel from South Africa to Costa Rica; France to Greece, and areas in between…. with my new clay experiences.

My current work explores my ability to stretch clay to its limits on the potters’ wheel and add a sculptural element that represents the variety of animals I love to portray. How the creature interacts with the form is my challenge. Some become the form, while others crawl on, around and through it.

My firing method depends on the time of year. Summer time allows me to use a fast firing technique and the raku process, while winter forces me indoors and I fire my pieces in my electric kiln. Each method can make magic happen!

Visit my website for more information and images at www.believeinart.com or call 570-253-0285.

Studio Tour Artist: 2010, 2011