ARTIST STATEMENT The discovery of simple nuances in an object’s form allows for an intimate bond to be established between it and the beholder. It is these phenomenological associations that allow for an implied value, a value given to the object by the viewer. Often connections are made through use; use of an item allows for a connection to be made on an emotional level. As an artist whose primary focus is ceramics, I am enthralled by that which is earthy and unrefined; I am interested in the innate beauty of the organic form. As such, I delve into the natural and unprocessed aspect of ceramics. Working with a primarily wheel based process, I create both functional and sculptural forms which explore and express the various aspects of organic variables and forms. The emotional and psychological bonds which are established, because of both subtle and blatant distinctions, are the motivating factors behind my work. BIOGRAPHY Zachariah’s formative years were spent on a forty acre farm outside of rural Gainesville, Florida. On this open landscape he was surrounded by nature and bore witness to both its beauty and to its raw power. The memories of these experiences were important to his development as an artist and had a huge impact on his work. He has over five years experience as a wheel based ceramicist. As a featured artist for Pensacola State College, his work has been exhibited in Downtown Pensacola, and he has earned several awards for his ceramics. Zachariah was awarded a monetary award the J.C.Pace Scholarship from a student show at Pensacola State College. He is a candidate for a BA in Ceramics at the University of West Florida and currently resides in Pensacola, FL. |
zachariah.goff@yahoo.com |
