Bio:

Scott Jones is from Northwest Ohio. He received his BFA from Bowling Green State University and an MFA in Studio Arts from Wichita State University, with an emphasis on ceramics and printmaking. Scott has completed residencies at the North Carolina Pottery Center and Starworks. Most recently, Scott has launched his own business developing hydrographic ceramic glazes.

Statement:

My work is influenced by the dynamic movement and gestural qualities found in clay’s plasticity. I am drawn to the chaotic beauty of folds, wrinkles, and edges that emerge in response to my touch. At the same time, I respect clay’s structural logic. Allowing it to support itself and create form even as it bends and twists. My pots flirt with function and embrace sculpture-vessels that prioritize being felt and seen.

I developed the surface of my vessels through experimentation with hydrographic printing, altering the process to be compatible with ceramic firings.  This approach opens unexplored territory for decals in the ceramic field that I am actively uncovering. I’m fascinated by the physical and chemical interactions this process presents: the printed graphic wrapping around the form, while its chemical make-up creates depth and texture when fired. In this way, the surface becomes an extension of my building process, capturing an interesting dialogue between precision and chance.