Discover a stunning new collection of layered ceramics, thoughtfully handcrafted by Bay Area artist Virginia May. Each piece evokes the quiet poetry of the natural world, with forms reminiscent of mushroom gills and fungi layers, unfolding in delicate rhythms. The work embodies a balance of softness and intricacy, echoing Virginia’s mastery in combining artistic depth with gentle, organic structures.
This artful collection captures layers of subtle texture and graceful movement, inviting you to experience the quiet sophistication and mushroom-like silhouettes of Virginia May’s ceramic art — where beauty emerges in the details, layer by delicate layer.
Dimensions: 6.5" Height x 6.5" Width
Over the past 40 years, Virginia May has explored various media, primarily photography, painting and wheel thrown pottery which inform her current work with hand-built ceramics. She has been professionally active in the arts since 1972 and holds a BFA, MFA and PhD in art-based practices. She is inspired by the natural landscapes of Northern California and the intuitive exploration of the clay material. Virginia works out of a community studio in Petaluma, California enjoying the rich interplay of artistic personalities that stimulate her creative process.Â
Floral Design by M Flora