This ceramic bowl was inspired by cheetah prints found in nature. I got the idea from seeing cheetah designs on clothes, decorations, and artwork, and I wanted to turn that pattern into a ceramic piece. At first, I planned for the spots to look bold and clear, but the design changed as the glaze spread during the kiln process. Even though the final result did not turn out exactly how I imagined, it still created an interesting and unique pattern. I used clay, a pottery wheel, brushes, and a kiln to make the bowl. After sanding the bowl, I painted layered glazes onto the surface to create the spotted cheetah-print effect. The dark blue colors mixed with the lighter spots created a softer, more abstract design. The bowl represents creativity and learning from mistakes in art. I want the audience to think about how art does not always have to be perfect to still be meaningful or beautiful. This artwork is mostly abstract because the pattern became less realistic and more expressive after firing. The most difficult part was shaping the bowl on the wheel because I kept having problems raising it. I overcame this struggle by accepting the unexpected results and seeing the final piece as part of my artistic growth. If I started over, I would make the spots darker and more defined, but I still like how the glossy finish and flowing colors give the bowl a unique personality.

This artwork was inspired by breakfast foods and the comfort of homemade meals. I got the idea from pancakes with syrup, blueberries, and whipped cream, and I wanted to recreate that in clay form. The base is a pancake, the brown swirl is syrup, the blue pieces are blueberries, and the white topping is whipped cream. I used clay, sculpting tools, and paint to create and color each part by hand. The artwork represents comfort, happiness, and simple everyday moments. I want the audience to think about how food can connect to memories and feelings. This piece is mostly realistic because it is based on real food, but it also has a playful handmade style. The most difficult part was shaping the whipped cream because it turned out uneven and off-shaped. I overcame this by focusing on the rest of the sculpture and accepting that mistakes are part of art. If I started over, I would make the whipped cream smoother and more detailed. What makes this artwork unique to my style is the bright colors and simple design. I love how the sculpture feels fun and personal. Overall, this piece helped me grow by learning how to add detail and work through imperfections.