Mark Goudy approach to ceramics stems from the intersection of my love of the geometries of nature and abstract minimalist art. Mark Goudy mission as an artist is first to create a coherent visual language, and then learn to speak in that language. For he, certain forms evoke a sense of quiet stillness and mystery, and exist in a dimension apart from language.

Perception, balance, and translucency are key elements that permeate Mark Goudy work. Mark Goudy work is an exploration in shape and pattern, using the enclosed vessel as the underlying form. These vessels are constructed from asymmetric curved surfaces that project a unique contour with each viewing angle. The interior space is intentionally hidden, leaving the contents to the imagination, metaphorically containing perhaps hopes, dreams, or spirits. These rounded shapes are meant to be held and, when set on a flat surface, gently rock before coming to rest at their own natural balance point.

Mark Goudy current artistic practice is the design and creation of paper-thin slipcast porcelain objects. Mark Goudy approach is to combine ancient methods of stone-burnishing and earthenware firing with computer-aided shape design to produce talismans that fuse traditional and modern aesthetics. Surface markings are created by painting water-soluble metal salts on bisque-fired clay. These watercolors permeate the clay body, and become a permanent part of the surface when fired. Mark Goudy have a strong affinity for intricate abstract patterns, ones that can’t be fully comprehended with a single glance, an invitation to in-depth exploration.