About the Artist
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Canne (pronounced "Kay-nee") Holladay was born and raised in Birmingham, AL. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Fine Art. After graduation she moved to Seattle, Washington to work as a 2016-2017 studio assistant to Deborah Schwartzkopf at Rat City Studios. From there she joined the Work Exchange Program at The Clay Studio in Philadelphia, PA. Currently, Canne resides near Birmingham, Alabama where she works as a Studio Potter. Her artwork has been featured in juried exhibitions and publications nationwide.
Holladay is fascinated with small aspects of life, from discoveries made in the dirt as a child, to the observation of how a person is the sum of the many individuals with whom they surround themselves. This interest in small parts is reflected in her work. In addition to working with clay, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, knitting, sewing, and baking. |
Artist Statement
I am amazed at the profound effect that environment has on a person. Environment includes nature, and extends to the space where every person’s time is spent. My work is influenced by the environments I have inhabited. I often consider environment through the lens of finding a sense of place for myself and my work. I ground this exploration with the creation of functional art objects.
My work is informed by cells, bodily tissues, the human figure, landscapes, architecture, and more in a search for patterns. With each excursion my observations point me to better understand that fellowship is at the heart of all human striving. I use functional wares to represent this fellowship as a vessel for sharing meals and the act of growing closer through conversation. An environment composed of hand crafted objects invites the owner to routinely consider the makers. In this way a cycle of mindfulness toward others is enacted. The maker considers the user; the user considers their loved ones and the maker.
I make pottery for the user. I enjoy wondering how my wares engage others and impact their environment. Through my work, I seek to share that which we all experience, from the place where I turn about.
My work is informed by cells, bodily tissues, the human figure, landscapes, architecture, and more in a search for patterns. With each excursion my observations point me to better understand that fellowship is at the heart of all human striving. I use functional wares to represent this fellowship as a vessel for sharing meals and the act of growing closer through conversation. An environment composed of hand crafted objects invites the owner to routinely consider the makers. In this way a cycle of mindfulness toward others is enacted. The maker considers the user; the user considers their loved ones and the maker.
I make pottery for the user. I enjoy wondering how my wares engage others and impact their environment. Through my work, I seek to share that which we all experience, from the place where I turn about.