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Life from Death

2006 33 x 16 x 49 in. Ceramic and aluminum, Extruded, wheel-thrown, altered and assembled, multifired to cone 6 and 019.

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Maker, art educator, online community builder @claystation.network, and soccer dad @cliftcity. Specializing in ceramics, photography, art, & design.

There’s something deeply satisfying about creating

There’s something deeply satisfying about creating pieces that quietly connect us back to nature. These porcelain garden forms were made to hold living air plants — small sculptural moments that bring softness, calm, and organic life into a space.

As I move into summer studio work, I’m feeling pulled toward creating more of these “Gardenworks” pieces alongside my functional pottery and vessels. Should I make more of them?
I’d love to hear where you could imagine one living — windowsill, garden room, meditation space, kitchen, office, patio?
#Ceramics #Porcelain #GardenArt #AirPlantHolder #CeramicArt ModernCeramics ContemporaryCraft NatureInspired ClayArtist CeramicSculpture HandmadeCeramics StudioPottery PacificNorthwestArt MinimalDesign BotanicalArt InteriorStyling PlantLovers AirPlants FunctionalArt Pottery CliftHouse CeramicDesign HandmadeHome ArtAndNature SlowMade ModernCraft PortlandArtist Gardenworks AndyClift

Over the past several years, I’ve been immersed in

Over the past several years, I’ve been immersed in making decorative vessels. As summer approaches, I’m returning to Clift House functional works—objects meant to be lived with, used, and to quietly connect us back to nature. This is in preparation of Clay Commons Ceramic Market
Summer in Director Park
11 AM - 3 PM
Every Wednesday
815 SW Park Avenue Portland, OR 97205 @claycommonsnet

I’m excited to invite you to the 2026 Ceramic Show

I’m excited to invite you to the 2026 Ceramic Showcase, presented by the Oregon Potters Association—one of the most vibrant celebrations of clay in the Pacific Northwest.
I’ll be exhibiting a new body of work at Booth 130, continuing my exploration of form, surface, and the quiet moments when the world feels most alive. These pieces carry traces of process, memory, and the energy of the kiln—each one shaped by both intention and discovery. It’s always meaningful to share this work in person, where the subtleties of texture, light, and form can truly be experienced.

The Showcase is more than an exhibition—it’s a chance to connect. Whether you’re a fellow maker, collector, or simply curious about ceramics, I’d love for you to come by, spend some time with the work, and say hello. @oregonpotters @ceramicshowcase

A little backyard escape, during @ceramicshowcase

A little backyard escape, during @ceramicshowcase setup time. This is one moment I wouldn't mind switching lives with a slug. Booth 130 next to the demo area. Starts Friday at 10:00 am.

Find this #porcelainmug this weekend (April 24-26)

Find this #porcelainmug this weekend (April 24-26), Booth 130 @clifthouse during @ceramicshowcase in the @oregonconventioncenter #photographicceramicdecals

This one fresh from the kiln. This weekend (April

This one fresh from the kiln. This weekend (April 24-26) come find this one at Booth 130 @clifthouse during @ceramicshowcase
In the @oregonconventioncenter #pottery #ceramics #porcelain #electrcikilnfired #slowcooled

When I have a little more time, I look forward to

When I have a little more time, I look forward to posting many of the pictures I have taken this spring, it's been absolutely beautiful. This video of one of my orchid fountains was taken yesterday.

Glazing Away! For #ceramicshowcase

Glazing Away! For #ceramicshowcase

I’m excited to invite you to the 2026 Ceramic Show

I’m excited to invite you to the 2026 Ceramic Showcase, presented by the Oregon Potters Association—one of the most vibrant celebrations of clay in the Pacific Northwest.
I’ll be exhibiting a new body of work at Booth 130, continuing my exploration of form, surface, trying to capture the quiet moments when the world feels most alive. These pieces carry traces of process, memory, and the energy of the kiln—each one shaped by both intention and discovery. It’s always meaningful to share this work in person, where the subtleties of texture, light, and form can truly be experienced.

The Showcase is more than an exhibition—it’s a chance to connect. Whether you’re a fellow maker, collector, or simply curious about ceramics, I’d love for you to come by, spend some time with the work, and say hello. @oregonpotters @ceramicshowcase
#pottery #ceramics #porcelain #electrickilnfired #slowcooled

I don’t always make mugs. But when I do, I make th

I don’t always make mugs. But when I do, I make them one of a kind out of porcelain. .#ceramicshowcase2025

Instagram post 17982569213805683

Instagram post 17982569213805683

Large Porcelain Flumes are coming first out of the

Large Porcelain Flumes are coming first out of the log jam.

Still time to do your Christmas shopping on clifth

Still time to do your Christmas shopping on clifthouse.com

Thank you all so much for visiting my studio durin

Thank you all so much for visiting my studio during Portland Open Studios!
Thank you everyone who stopped by to see my process, share stories, and support my work. Your enthusiasm, curiosity, and kindness made the weekends truly special. Connecting with you all, friends, neighbors, Portlanders, and visitors; everyone that values handmade art and the creative journey behind it, it was a pleasure to share my work and experiences with you. I look foward to more exploration, and sharing with you again. And thank you Patti for these images and everything else you did to help the event be a success. #PortlandOpenStudios
#HandmadeCeramics
#PNWArtist
#OregonArtist
#meettheartist

Last day of Portland Open Studios. The Clift House

Last day of Portland Open Studios. The Clift House studio is open until 4 pm. It may not be great weather today but it's warm and dry here. Come on by! #PortlandOpenStudios
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Come on by today and I'll show you what's happeni

Come on by today and I'll show you what's happening in my studio. There will be plenty of finished works available for purchase as well. Unfortunately the Backyard Sculpture and Pottery Exhibit will not be happening due to the trail conditions and the forecasted rain tonight and tomorrow. PortlandOpenStudios
#PDXOpenStudios
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#CliftHouseCeramics
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#PortlandArtist
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#PotteryStudio
#WheelThrown
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#ShopLocalPDX
#SupportLocalArt
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#ArtInTheMaking

Happy 4th of July! Working on the entrance of some

Happy 4th of July! Working on the entrance of something big. A Clift House Outdoor Ceramics Exhibition, opening October 11th during #portlandopenstudios

Students are happy! It’s been about 12 years since

Students are happy! It’s been about 12 years since my last pit-firing but some tricks I have not forgotten.

Newly rebuilt and new inventory. My new site at Cl

Newly rebuilt and new inventory. My new site at CliftHouse.com

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