B E L L E   C E R A M I C S

Originally from the woods of Western Massachusetts, I was raised in a community of farmers, builders, biologists, mechanics, teachers, cooks, writers, and artists. Growing up deeply connected to the land and surrounded by people who worked with their hands instilled in me a lasting respect for labor, material knowledge, and the natural world. These early experiences continue to shape both my life and my artistic practice. 

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My work is rooted in a fascination with the intricate systems and patterns found in nature. I am drawn to the quiet order that emerges through assembled repetition. Working with low-fire earthenware clay or mid-range porcelain, I cut into thinly rolled slabs of clay with an X-Acto knife, constructing delicate, botanically inspired forms. Coils and leaves are added methodically, each piece precisely cut many times to create a sense of fragility and intentional order. Every element is handmade, ensuring that no two components are exactly alike. I install my ceramic forms using original custom hardware and metal rods that project each clay form off the wall. By varying depth and spacing, I use positive and negative space to activate light and shadow, allowing the work to shift subtly depending on the viewer's position. While some installations are planned for gallery settings, I often create custom site-specific work that adapts to unique spaces. Each installation becomes a singular composition: flexible, dimensional, and designed to fit in its surrounding environment. 

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