We’re Going to Need a Bigger Boat

2013, Low fire clay, glaze, lustre, resin, 30″x22″x14″

Navigating the teenage years is like embarking on a daring adventure. It’s a time of growth and self-discovery, where taking risks is inevitable. As a parent I strived to strike a balance between safety and allowing our teens to spread their wings. It was no easy task and many times I felt like my toolbox was not equipped for the task at hand.

Finding a way through the toughest situations seemed almost impossible at times, the lights are still on in the cabin…we made it through this one.

This piece is in the collection of The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas