Loren Lukens

As an art student, form and function drew me to pottery, but painting is an increasingly important aspect of my work. My best pots resolve the difficulty of painting in three dimension and maintain the integrity of the form. My forms are extensions of traditional pottery with contemporary variations. They're strong, sleek and sculptural with a bold painterly surface and rich glaze treatment. The pieces have a dynamic impact when viewed from a distance as well as an intensity of detail up close.