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Epiphanic


Epiphanic (adjective): a sudden intuitive perception of or insight into the reality or essential meaning of something, usually initiated by some simple, homely or commonplace occurrence or experience.
Humans have an innate ability to find profound meaning in the mundane, transforming simple acts—like sharing a smile or preparing a meal—into sacred moments of connection. This shared perspective led to a collaboration with Driaan Claasen of Reticence Studio. Together, we created a hand-carved wooden triptych titled ‘Epiphanic,’ born from our mutual desire to find beauty and insight within the complexities of existence.

The sculptures are crafted from indigenous African wild teak (Pterocarpus angolensis). Known as "bloodwood" for the deep red sap that bleeds from its cuts, the timber is culturally revered for its perceived healing properties and fire resistance. Beyond its symbolic value, the wood is prized for its resonance, making it the preferred material for traditional instruments like the mbira.
The Weight of Expectation

In The Weight of Expectation Daniel Carter delves into the journey of photographers grappling with the overwhelming pressure to generate impactful content for an ever-expectant online audience. Carter's images serve as a poignant reminder to appreciate the artistic process, the vulnerability of creators, and the beauty that emerges when the inherent weight of expectations is transformed into a fuel that drives artistic expression.
Taphonomic Hearth Stones




The Taphonomic Hearth Stones series explores the study of taphonomy and its relationship with humans, fire, and soil. Taphonomy investigates how organic remains transition from the biosphere to the lithosphere through burial, decomposition, and mineralization into fossils or other stable biomaterials. This slow process, often unnoticed, serves as a metaphor for how our personal narratives transform from our psyche to the truths we embody. By delving into this concept, we become more mindful of the formation of fossils and stable biomaterials that shape our perception of self. As a ceramic artist I am fascinated by the process of malleable clay becoming a solid object and how this parallels with repeated narratives shaping our emotional landscapes.

Ritual vessels reminiscent of primitive domestic items, such as vases and pitchers, symbolize the tradition of sharing stories around a campfire signifying not only physical sustenance, but also the intangible and immaterial connections that sustain our relationship with life.

Taphonomic Hearth Stones encourages viewers to contemplate the beauty of pliable memories and the role of shared narratives in shaping our perception. The exhibition invites us to consider how the fossils and stable biomaterials of our own psyche exist as evidence of our past and remind us of the subtle forces that shape us over time.
Volcanic Series

I was inspired by the history of volcanic glazes which create ceramic vases imbued with growths reminiscent of time-encrusted relics. The thick, encrusted glazes of the 1960s and ’70s, known as 'fat lava,' evoke the raw power and beauty of nature, reminding us of the importance of embracing the imperfections and irregularities that make each piece one-of-a-kind.

Satellite

The Satellite series, a collaborative portrait project by Michael Goldsmid and myself, reimagines the classic trope of the female nude in nature. By using a crystal prism to project NASA radar imagery onto the human form, we create a dialogue between the biological body and the technological gaze.

As technology increasingly stakes a claim on our psyche, the agency of the individual begins to shift. This series explores that tension, using the nude alongside clay vessels—primal symbols of human creation—interrupted by refractions of data from space.

Ultimately, these works prompt a contemplation of our "departure points" from the physical world. The series was first exhibited in Hanoi, Vietnam, as part of a festival exploring the human body as a political landscape.