Potter Laurie Rolland explores her affinity with the human connection to the earth in her ceramic pieces. All of her work is handbuilt, and beautifully showcases raw organic textures.
Her series of boats are metaphors that allude to a journey. They are protective vessels that are a feminine symbol of passage and salvation.
Laurie utilizes many interesting techniques in her clay. Some of her pieces that are dotted with perferations were created using paper pulp in the clay. When the clay is fired in the kiln, the pulp burns out and transforms into a hollow bone-like surface. This ties in with the renewal of life and death.
Laurie's work has been featured in many ceramic publications, and she has been recognized for her work with numerous awards. As a potter she has been in many international exhibitions and a has been a juror in potter's guild's across Canada.
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