Jane believes that creating art is an expression of the divine God-spark in all of us. Her pottery is strongly inspired by nature. Two of her favorite places to draw ideas from are the Georgia mountains and Coastal Georgia where she spends much of her time. One of her trademarks is the addition of many small hidden treasures of nature within the work. Her pieces are more than they first appear, and the viewer will enjoy discovering lady bugs, bumble bees, birds, lizards and other happy creatures peeking from behind leaves and unexpected places. She is also known for her whimsical joyful characters such as Kiln Angels and her current project: the Laughing St. Francis series. Only one is made at a time with his own unique stance and characteristics. These joyful Saints are some of her most sought after pieces. Jane also believes in the importance of art in our every day life. She strives to make pottery that will enrich the dinner table and daily life.
Jane enjoying shrimping on the Georgia coast.
"In the laughter and bread, round a table of friends, where the circle of love ever ends and begins."
- Tony Baker
Jane began seriously pursuing her lifelong interest in pottery after taking courses at Wesleyan College in the early '80s. In 1991, she joined 4 other potters to open Napier Avenue Clay Studio. Now, Jane works with former student Valerie Young and holds an annual in-studio sale once a year. Jane has shown pieces at the St. Francis Annual Juried Art Show and Wesleyan College, and her work has been displayed in commercial buildings in Macon. Workshops with master artists Sandi Pierantozi, Paul Soldner, Steven Loucks and have continued her ceramic education.
Portrait by friend and fellow artist, Alis Jones
Ray Irwin: "I have a collection of Jane's work. I enjoy her work because while it is utilitarian, it is also visually pleasing. Whatever I put on it or in it is elevated and enhanced by the artwork. Thanks Jane!"
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