Bio / Artist Statement
I have always loved to draw, create, and craft. When I moved to Alaska over 47 years ago I pursued my passion for art as a silk screen artist. After several years with silk screening I enrolled in a ceramics class at UAA. Wow! - I was hooked on clay and have been working in this exciting medium for over 30 years.
I also love to share my enthusiasm for working with clay, and so I teach classes in pottery – to adults and children. I have taught ceramics for over 19 years. I learn from my students constantly which helps me grow and appreciate my chosen field that much more.
Working in clay is truly as fun for me, as much as it is a challenge for me. There is always more to learn and experiment with in pottery. I am very interested in working with pieces that will make me think and rely on my engineering skills to help me determine what parts to make, and how to make them, so it all works for the finished piece.
The part of me that likes to draw is the part that sees a piece of pottery that needs some embellishment. I often draw or etch into my pieces and then use the glaze as a paint to decorate and finish my pots. I use our wonderful abundance of animal and nature to guide and inspire me with my designs.
I've found that alternative firing methods such as raku and pit firing add a wonderful dimension to my creative endeavors. It is always a surprise when we pull a piece from the red hot kiln to see what will emerge as we finish the process.
EXHIBITIONS
Annie Kaill's, Ceramics Exhibition April 2022
Annie Kaill's, Ceramics Exhibition May 2019
JAHC – Group Raku show - Kissed by Fire May 2017
Annie Kaill's, Ceramics Exhibition September 2015
Adorn, Ceramics Exhibition, December 2014
Canvas – two person show, fractal images and ceramics June-July 2013
NWCC – Nome, individual ceramics exhibition 2003