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 (MFA)
‘Ceramics born of Earth, infused with Reiki and inspired
by the Transformative Energy of Nature’
Sonya Wilkins Master in Fine Art Ceramics (MFA)
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 to connect to 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 and research practise describing this fervent ambition.