I'm Gitti, and am originally from Germany, but currently reside in Sacramento, California. Over the years, I've pursued various artistic endeavors, including lost wax casting jewelry design, painting, as well as home staging and interior design.
I'm always creating some kind of art, and never thought I'd end up working with or falling in love with clay, but from the first time I worked with it, I was hooked. The wonderful tactile and forgiving quality of the clay opens up a vast world of exploration and allows for open creative expression.
It started when I wanted a white shiny log for my fireplace- I couldn't find anything on the market and was envisioning a shiny log with tealights on the top so that it could be lit and look like a pretty glowing fire. Funnily enough, this first item I ever made was the item that Anthropologie carried for its winter collection in 2016! (minus the tealight holders)
My work is always evolving and changing, which keeps things interesting for me and hopefully for those who buy my work!
Many of my designs are ones that customers have suggested, which I absolutely love.
I love making functional items that have a little twist, like sponge holders with the words "squeeze me tight," or a spoon rest that says "give it a rest." I want to bring a smile to peoples' faces and provide handmade art that is functional, affordable and durable.
I've also recently started showing my sculptures in gallery shows, such as the Pence Gallery in Davis, and the Verge in downtown Sacramento.
These pieces allow me to explore an entirely different type of ceramic creation.
There are more ideas in my head than there is time to create them.... let's hope that never changes and the fountain of ideas never dries up!
The bulk of my work can be found in my Etsy shop, but a growing number of shops around the country are also carrying my work (please see the separate SHOP tab) My BLOOM vase can also be found in Uncommon Goods catalog and online shop http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/bloom-vase.
Locally, I'm a member of ClayArtStudio 814 (http://www.clayartstudio814.com), a collective studio in Sacramento. There are shows and events held throughout the year.
I'm always creating some kind of art, and never thought I'd end up working with or falling in love with clay, but from the first time I worked with it, I was hooked. The wonderful tactile and forgiving quality of the clay opens up a vast world of exploration and allows for open creative expression.
It started when I wanted a white shiny log for my fireplace- I couldn't find anything on the market and was envisioning a shiny log with tealights on the top so that it could be lit and look like a pretty glowing fire. Funnily enough, this first item I ever made was the item that Anthropologie carried for its winter collection in 2016! (minus the tealight holders)
My work is always evolving and changing, which keeps things interesting for me and hopefully for those who buy my work!
Many of my designs are ones that customers have suggested, which I absolutely love.
I love making functional items that have a little twist, like sponge holders with the words "squeeze me tight," or a spoon rest that says "give it a rest." I want to bring a smile to peoples' faces and provide handmade art that is functional, affordable and durable.
I've also recently started showing my sculptures in gallery shows, such as the Pence Gallery in Davis, and the Verge in downtown Sacramento.
These pieces allow me to explore an entirely different type of ceramic creation.
There are more ideas in my head than there is time to create them.... let's hope that never changes and the fountain of ideas never dries up!
The bulk of my work can be found in my Etsy shop, but a growing number of shops around the country are also carrying my work (please see the separate SHOP tab) My BLOOM vase can also be found in Uncommon Goods catalog and online shop http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/bloom-vase.
Locally, I'm a member of ClayArtStudio 814 (http://www.clayartstudio814.com), a collective studio in Sacramento. There are shows and events held throughout the year.
