I have always loved playing with clay, which is why I was so drawn to stop-motion animation. While I still love to create characters and bring them to life with film animation, it remains an ephemeral experience of the artwork. What I enjoy about ceramics is the tactile, intimate experience of each piece. My aunt Midge was a potter, one of her pieces was my late father's favorite mug. Since I was a kid I remember Dad having his coffee in that mug, a cozy ritual that remains imprinted in that handcrafted object; now a precious memento of Dad. Ceramics allows me to create functional sculptures that may bring comfort to those who use them.