C. Aguilera, originally from Rochester, NY, joined The Clay Studio in mid-2023. With a lifelong passion for ceramics sparked in kindergarten and nurtured through independent studies in high school, C earned a BS in Ceramics and Design from SUNY Buffalo State in 2020. After exploring a career as a bicycle mechanic, C returned to ceramics, driven by a deep-seated love for the medium. Their work has been showcased in exhibitions nationwide, and they are excited to continue developing both functional pieces and sculptural works that explore the human experience and personal identity. C is thrilled to be part of The Clay Studio team.
Artist Statement: “In my functional ceramics, I narrate the complexity of human existence from a broader perspective. Inspired by the concept of sonder, I strive to highlight that each person’s life is as unique and important as my own. Each piece I create, though similar in form, is dynamic and distinct, shaped by the movements of my hands and tools. This individuality in my work reflects the idea that everyone's experience is valuable and deserving of recognition.
By intertwining these approaches through my construction process, I aim to unify personal and general perspectives of life itself. Expressing myself through clay is a radical act of reclaiming my narrative, validating family existence, and embracing the diverse facets of human experience. We have been here. I am still here, and I am healing.”
Instagram: @por.seagu
Website: https://seagucreates.weebly.com/
