Everything in our world is built of smaller parts. Not just the tangible objects in our lives, but the experiences, relationships, and ideas that make us who we are. The idea that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts is central to my work, which explores the larger relationships and patterns that occur through the synergy of these parts.
Much of my work is constructed from cast forms, which I make in custom-built molds. Each of these forms can be used to create both utilitarian and sculptural work. Utilitarian wares include simple, intimate forms like cups and bowls, as well as larger, more complex pieces like teapots, vases, pitchers, and serving sets. My sculptural work frequently references recognizable objects, without being bound by the constraints of function. At other times, my sculptural work is used to explore the many forms that pattern and symmetry take.
Taken together, my sculptural work and functional objects form a kinship that embodies the larger themes, patterns, and ideas that contribute to our lives, and the smaller objects, moments, and actions, that meld to create them.
Frank Saliani, Owner and Artist
Green House Pottery
Much of my work is constructed from cast forms, which I make in custom-built molds. Each of these forms can be used to create both utilitarian and sculptural work. Utilitarian wares include simple, intimate forms like cups and bowls, as well as larger, more complex pieces like teapots, vases, pitchers, and serving sets. My sculptural work frequently references recognizable objects, without being bound by the constraints of function. At other times, my sculptural work is used to explore the many forms that pattern and symmetry take.
Taken together, my sculptural work and functional objects form a kinship that embodies the larger themes, patterns, and ideas that contribute to our lives, and the smaller objects, moments, and actions, that meld to create them.
Frank Saliani, Owner and Artist
Green House Pottery