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Hailing from western Canada, Colleen Carlson is a skilled ceramicist based in Long Island City, New York. With a strong background in fashion, Colleen has always been drawn to the power of aesthetics and precision. Her unique hand-built ceramic pieces draw inspiration from a variety of sources, including geometric, architectural, and organic forms. Through her work, she aims to create a sense of mood and continuity of motion, often employing spirals, undulating forms, and geometric shapes to achieve stunning optical effects.

Colleen's work is heavily influenced by a range of great artists, including Victor Vasarely, Bridget Riley, Vernon Panton, and Buckminster Fuller. These artistic inspirations constantly challenge and inspire Colleen to execute her own creative vision using the medium of clay.

As she looks to the future, Colleen is exploring new and innovative ways to scale her sculptural work using alternative materials such as resin, bronze, and concrete. These materials offer exciting new opportunities for replicating her designs, and Colleen is excited to explore the potential of wall installations and outdoor free-standing sculptures.

Noted by a prominent NYC architect and interior designer for her "sublime sensibility married to virtuoso craftsmanship," Colleen's work is highly regarded and collected internationally.