Saw Whet Owl with Pine and Fungi (MUG 2) chicago ceramics and a hand sculpted swan

and a hand sculpted swan medallion on the front and back

Liberté -  A defiant red

and slightly flared for a comfortable hold

which is hand painted and waxed

25” h x 4”w

Saw Whet Owl with Pine and Fungi (MUG 2) chicago ceramics and a hand sculpted swanThese tiny inquisitive birds only weigh about three and a half ounces. They are some of the most numerous owls in North America, but tend to be very reclusive. Here they are perched on a pine with a colorful pop of fungi nearby. The handle of the mug features a blend of darker stoneware clays, for a bark like effect. This piece was created from a wheel thrown body with added sculptural elements. Color is layered throughout the making process at every