Minding the Corners
Artist Nicole Pepper, owner of Modhome Ceramics, uses sgraffito techniques to decorate the surface of her functional ceramic pieces. In sgraffito, layers of colored slip are applied to the surface and are carved away revealing a design contrasting the surface of the clay to the color of the slip. The image links to her post where she shares tips and tricks for successful sgraffito application. Pepper highlights timing and craftsmanship as her keys to success.