Erica’s work is rooted in a lifelong devotion to clay and a deep appreciation for functional art. Drawing inspiration from the natural world—particularly the delicate edges of leaves, petals, and forms found in plant and sea life—her pieces often exist at the intersection of sculpture and utility. She is especially interested in objects as artifacts: vessels that feel discovered, handled, and quietly enduring, rather than newly made.

Educated at Alfred University and earning her Master’s degree from SUNY New Paltz, Erica brings both rigorous training and intuitive exploration into her studio practice. She begins with thrown functional forms—bowls, vases, platters—then responds to them through carving, layering, trimming, and surface reworking. Each piece becomes a study in material, touch, and form, shaped through experimentation with clays, glazes, and techniques.

Clay remains central to her artistic voice because of its ability to hold memory. Every mark, curve, and surface detail reflects a moment of contact between hand and material. The resulting work is quiet and intentional—objects meant to be held, used, and lived with.