Farida Mawji
Cobble Hill, BC
My first brief exposure to clay turned into passion.
Over the years I have tried different firings and techniques, challenging the clay
and myself. Exploring form, texture and color are 3 elements that excite me about working with clay.
My creations include functional and sculptural pieces.
My interests in clay are diverse - enjoying the translucency and delicacy of porcelain but also the robustness of stoneware. I find playing with texture & color, and the balance between function & aesthetic exciting and challenging.
My work is often spontaneous ~ with total surrender to the sensual clay and inner guidance. Usually an idea sparks my creativity and whatever emerges from that idea, becomes my artwork.
In the process of creating art …
if my work awakens a memory, healing, emotion,
curiosity or mystery; or enlivens the mind of the viewer,
then I will have succeeded in my journey of creativity
and being of service to mankind.
Wheelwork and hand-building are used to add interest to my forms. The thrown pieces are at times altered to give added dimension. In the forms, my intention is to reach up to heaven and yet remain connected to the earth.
My passion for knowledge, experimentation, teaching and creating is a permanent urge that motivates me.