about
Ash + Iron is the product of my hope to become the 30-something woman my future elderly self could smile upon. I want to hold it loosely in my hands and allow it to grow and change freely as I become better acquainted with who I am and what my creative process looks like. The things you've found here will not always be the things you'll come to find here as I expect that the artwork I create and the mediums I explore will continue to change as I do.
It’s been nearly five years since I wrote the paragraph above when I began my journey as an artist and maker in the field of woodworking.
I have since transitioned into the world of pottery and this sentiment remains as true today as it did when I first wrote it. As I venture into the learnings of a new craft and continue to build a life that centers curiosity and a passion for creative living, I am learning to embrace, all over again, the beauty and privilege of new beginnings.
Over time, Ash + Iron has proven to be a reflection of my own evolution as I mold pieces of my life and my creative development to reflect my value system.
Creative expression, the liberation to embrace change and explore my passions as I age, and a work-life balance that promotes a slow, intentional, and artful existence have been my pursuit from the start.
There is little else that brings me as much joy and contentment as working with my hands to mold organic materials into beautiful and functional pieces with which to adorn the spaces of our everyday lives. I hope that this joy and these values are made apparent in the work I put out into the world. Thank you so much for being here.
eco-friendly packaging
Caring for the environment and remaining mindful of my impact on our delicate ecosystem is exceptionally important to me. I use 100% recyclable shipping materials including recycled cardboard boxes (made from 95% post-consumer content), wrapping paper, GreenWrap (a naturally biodegradable alternative to bubble wrap), and biodegradable packaging tape and sealable bags. For more info, check out EcoEnclose.
sustainability
All of our pieces are sustainably handcrafted in small batches. All clay trimmings and clay waste are reclaimed and recycled to be utilized for future projects, as is the water used in the throwing process.
The variable nature of pottery lends itself to a certain degree of error. Thus, all marginally flawed or defective items are sold as seconds in order to reduce the number of pieces that would otherwise end up in the landfill. After all, I believe that imperfections often contribute to the visual interest of a piece, and imperfect pieces are just as worthy of adoration.
end mass incarceration
A portion of every purchase will be donated to @nationalbailout toward the bail of incarcerated Black mothers. This is a Black-led and Black-centered, community-based organization focused on reuniting families, fighting mass incarceration, and ending money bail.
To find out more about how this non-profit organization is fighting systemic racism and addressing the institutionalized oppression of Black women and families, please visit National Bail Out.