Mission

Mission

 

Studio Alluvium’s mission is to investigate and honor the earth’s natural resources through five main avenues

 
 

I

Research

Locating and studying a wide variety of foraged clay and mineral resources for application in the ceramics studio 


II

Making

Using local resources to create a range of distinct art-forms within the vocabularies of craft, sculpture, and contemporary art - while emphasizing sustainability and reducing dependence on large scale mining operations. 



III

Education 

Sharing techniques of foraging, testing, and making with a local and global audience through in-person and online workshops. 



IV

Community 

Bringing together a global community of makers with a shared passion for the earth and its resources. 



V

Partnerships

Collaborating with individuals, educators, and other creative organizations to promote shared values of sustainability, experiential learning, and curiosity for the natural world.