Working with clay softens the stance towards yourself, and in turn the world.
Clay is a very interesting and fundamental material: it's earth, it's water, and - with fire - it takes on form and life. - Rithy Panh
The kiln is a higher being that we all need to worship.
The attractions of ceramics lie partly in its contradictions. It is both difficult and easy, with an element beyond our control. It is both extremely fragile and durable. Like 'Sumi' ink painting, it does not lend itself to erasures and indecision. - Isamu Noguchi