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Unique and Custom-designed Ceramic Art
by Diana Wolf, St. Louis, Missouri

Diana, artistThe Inspiration

In the mid 1970’s, I saw an ornate ceramic camel table in the window of a ceramic studio. I wanted it for my mother, who collected camels. Upon inquiry about the camel table, the owner of the shop suggested I make my own, thus began my ceramic art career.  

After attending seminars, classes and learning the care and upkeep of the equipment, I decided to produce my work for sale. I have always loved flowers and gardening and saw a market for floral planters and vases. In 1985, I opened a small retail storefront and with the help of my brother, pursued a wholesale market with local florists as well.

We found that the wholesale market flourished, closed the retail shop and moved the business to a warehouse in downtown St. Louis. Our focus was to supply local florists with their ceramic products.

tall pulled vaseMy Creative Evolution

The flood of ’93 disrupted all local floral business and I closed my business. After several years, I moved a few remaining pieces of equipment into my basement and contemplated a new start in ceramic work. I was also ready for fresh new designs and took several seminars. It was there that I discovered clay lifting.

After removing greenware from the mold, I tear and pull the piece into a unique form. I began making small flowers and leaves and attaching them. I also experimented with texturizing the pieces using different glazes and overglazes to vary my results. By airbrushing the pieces, I can combine and create endless color tones.

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Most art pieces are available as personal or wholesale sales. Pink Bowl

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