It’s that funny time of year in Ottawa where the ground is still a bit too frozen for the golf clubs, but the light in the studio is starting to change. While I’m waiting for the greens to wake up, I’ve been taking advantage of the extra "home days" to really slow down and focus on surface design. Lately, I’ve been pushing myself out of my comfort zone—moving away from my usual smooth finishes and diving into the world of Zentangle-inspired carving , underglaze transfers , and detailed layering . Finding the Flow with Zentangles There is something incredibly meditative about sitting with a leather-hard piece and a carving tool. I’ve started incorporating Zentangle patterns into my forms, letting the repetitive lines dictate the texture. It’s a slow process, but there's a rhythmic quality to it that reminds me of a good day on the course—focus, precision, and just being in the moment. Zentangle pattern: Pokeroot which I made them looking more like cherries :p Layering the ...
2025 flew by like a flash of light — and we’re already close to the end of January 2026. The OGP Christmas Sale was a huge success, and many of us had much less to pack up at the end of the three-day show. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and supported us. That success has really motivated me to get back into making pieces (and it helps that it’s been super cold and snowy here in Ottawa). Like previous years, I love starting the year by exploring new designs. This year, I began with a new mug design. What do you think? I’m still deciding on the glaze and even a name… and yes, the handle needs a little fixing 😉