Honoring My Father and Faith Through Clay
Ceramics for me is more than just creating functional art; it's a way to express my emotions, my memories, and sometimes, even my grief. Today, I want to share the story of one of my most personal pieces, the Faithful Matte Black Bowl. It's a bowl that carries a part of my heart and a reminder of how my faith plays a role in both my life and my work.
Finding Faith After Loss: The Story Behind the Piece

I made the Faithful Matte Black Bowl shortly after my dad passed away. Losing him was one of the hardest things I've ever faced, but I found comfort in my faith and the belief that he's in a better place. I wanted to create something that could spread that message, to remind others who might be going through their own grieving process that God is by their side, even in their darkest moments.
The 4 Fs: Faith, Family, Friends, and Fun
At my dad’s funeral, one of his fraternity brothers shared a beautiful sentiment that stuck with me. He said my dad lived by the motto of the Four Fs: Faith, Family, Friends, and Fun. It was a perfect description of how my dad approached life, and it became a guiding principle for me. I realized that those same pillars are what I want to bring into my business and my ceramics: a balance of faith and connection that keeps life fulfilling.
The Cross: A Moment of Connection
One of the most powerful moments while creating this piece was when I carved the cross onto the bowl. In that moment, I felt an overwhelming sense of peace, as if a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. It was as if God whispered, "I am with you, and so is your dad." That connection, both spiritual and emotional, made this piece more difficult to part with, but also so meaningful.
Colors That Reflect Emotion: Grief and Light

When I look at this bowl now, I realize the colors reflect my emotions at the time, even though I didn’t consciously choose them for that reason. The matte black glaze symbolizes my grief, the sadness and loss I was feeling. But the aqua accents—those are the light. They represent God, the light that guides us through even the darkest times. In this piece, those two elements come together as a reflection of my journey through loss and faith.
A Message of Hope for Others
My hope is that whoever receives this bowl can find their own light in the darkness. Whether they're grieving a loved one, a pet, a friendship, or even struggling with depression, I want them to know that there is always hope. There's always light, even when it feels far away—you just have to look hard enough to find it.
The Faithful Matte Black Bowl is a reminder of faith, love, and the promise that we’re never alone. It's a piece that carries my story, my father's memory, and the hope that those who hold it will find comfort in their own journey, too.
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