Vessels For Well-being
‘Ceramics born of Earth, infused with Reiki and inspired
by the Transformative Energy of Nature’
Sonya Wilkins, Master in Fine Art Ceramics
I create ceramic vessels as activators for well-being. I do this by exploring how universal life force energy (Reiki) can be transferred from nature into clay and then I respond to that alliance by making functional pieces for dwelling spaces and as tools for contemplation and meditation. In addition, I also curate installations for people to experience a ‘Haven‘ to replenish and relax in.
As both a Master Potter and Reiki Master Teacher, I’m motivated by how the healing quality of ‘outside’ nature, can be brought ‘inside’ and how markings taken from nature can form a visual bridge to create increased resonance.
This offers the onlooker or user an opportunity to connect with nature, any time, any place – even for a moment in between the busy pace of modern day life.
I use a combination of commercial, wild clays and porcelain in my making practise; throwing and hand building in sculptural layers while engaging healing resonance, often on location in nature.
I invite you to read more about my theory and professional practise giving context, and my research practise describing some of my making processes.
I have been qualified as carbon literate
