"LOOK INSIDE" JAR: Timid Yet Unrelenting

This is the first "look inside" jar I made. It portrays a person who may show a lack of courage or confidence, but perseverance resides inside.

When I was seeking an idea for my students with intellectual disability to express who they are, my friend suggested a project to make a jar with the outside representing how they look; and the inside, how they feel. I decided to expand the idea while experimenting with saggar firings (with combustible materials). Three "look inside" jars will be exhibited at the upcoming Sculpture in the Park Show. I look forward to seeing people's reactions.

Front view with a base.

Back. This piece was fired slower and reduced further than the fox-and-rabbit piece I posted 2 days ago. Although I used the same chemicals, the outcome was significantly different.

Land turtles represent resilience in many cultures. From this angle, the turtle looks even smiling :-)