This vase comes from a series that marries sculpture and function, beautiful objects with functional elements. Each is meant to stand alone as sculpture, hold a big bountiful bouquet, or (the middle ground) highlight concentrated but stunning arrangements while showing off some of their own beauty.

The bottom half of this vase is handbuilt using pinch and coil techniques. The arches are made by rolling a small coil then cutting into short lengths and pinching and forming, similar to the way my handbuilt handles are made. They are essentially mini handles. I make a lot at once, more than I will probably use. That way I'm able to pick the cream of the crop when I actually get to assembling. The arches then get shaped, scored and slipped very well, and go on layer by layer. I don't blend the connections but rather leave the seams open to the eye. Once the vase has dried completely, it gets fired and finished with a satin white glaze.

This vase measures 8 inches tall by 6 inches wide.