Transforming Earth into Art
Using equal parts archaeology and artistry, Patricia Jahla transforms soft, malleable clay into the ringing hardness of fired work.
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Prizes and Kind Words
My work has been honored at the Chaffee Arts Open Awards Show featuring over 100 pieces of art created by 53 local artists. Award-winning sculptures are available for purchase. You can also read what my kind friends say about my work.
Like clay in the potter’s hand…
Digging my own clay, while laborious, is another connection with the earth that provides my materials. Explore the slow, contemplative coiling process and the firing methods that are like a gift from God out of the kiln.
Prior Work
A Bowl Full of the Universe
Description "A Bowl Full of the Universe" is named for the star clusters and orbital paths that appeared under the saggar wrapping as it fired. This piece has a "history" shall we say. I built it in 2003 and it moved with us twice, from Colorado Springs to Woodmoor,...
Luna’s Bowl
Description Luna’s Bowl is named for the mare who belongs to a neighbor here in Buena Vista. The 3 circular squiggly swirls were created by Luna’s tail hair, positioned over the ferric chloride, sugar crystals and bits of copper wire that created the imagery, during...
One Tear Before the Deluge
Description The carving into the rim of this piece represents the one tear shed before the deluge arrives. The blue cascading below the singe tear represents the deluge. At least that’s the way it is with me! One little tear escapes, then I fall apart. The blue was...