Q&A with Mary Blackwell-Chapman

How have you changed as an artist over the years?

In addition to ceramics, I have begun to make books that are sculptures, and sew/embroider hangings.

What artists have influenced your work?

Ruth Duckworth, Mary Barringer, Eleanor Anderson, Mitzi Shewmake, Sumerian pre-historic art, Dan Essig, and Dolph Smith.

Do you have a favorite medium?

I enjoy paper/bookmaking, clay, and fiber.

What does making art mean in your life?

I feel very much at peace while creating art. Art gives me an outlet for my creative energy; it brings me joy; it helps me articulate my interests, my beliefs, and my aspirations.

Mary Blackwell-Chapman