I have been working with clay for many years. This interest began when I really wanted to make a good coffee cup. I began this quest at the University of Regina, extension program, where I worked in stoneware and porcelain. I furthered my studies at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, where I was introduced to earthenware clay. I continued my studies at the Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary, where I graduated with a major in ceramic and minor in sculpture. I have lived in Saskatchewan ever since, where there is a rich and thriving arts community. My work has evolved from mostly utilitarian pieces to more sculptural,figurative work recently. I enjoy the 3 dimensional quality of pots, each piece being a new canvas to work on. Along with the figurative work, I explore themes of nature that is right outside my studio, flowers and I have never forgotten living by the ocean, so whimsical fish and mermaids are used as well. I have several gallery exhibitions a year , as well as teaching with Learning through the Arts. Life as an artist is never dull and very fulfilling. [Biography - Anne Mclellan - 2Ko]