Hitching a Ride Product:Hitching a Ride creating a sense of falling

creating a sense of falling leaves

Glazes are hand painted with small brushes onto the wonderful texture to create a mosaic look

achieved by covering the piece in wood chips soaked in patina solution over the course of several days

Bright multicolor tones combine with rich texture for a dramatic visual experience

Envelope closure

Hitching a Ride Product:Hitching a Ride creating a sense of fallingEach dog starts as a series of clay cones and cylinders. As they are assembled, the pose emerges. The surface is smoothed then textured. After the first firing, glaze is applied and then selectively wiped away to achieve a worn look. This dog is modeled after Cathy Broski's own beloved pet, Porter, who was rescued by her husband on Valentine's Day 2005. Matte finish Ceramic: fired at cone 6, vitrified Materials: Ceramic, Stoneware