I took my first ceramics class as a creative outlet while pursing a master’s degree in Spanish Literature. The power of creating objects with my hands was addicting, and soon I became a full-time artist. My work is highly influenced by my background in literature; I use words, phrases, quotes and song lyrics juxtaposed with imagery to communicate with the viewer. My intention is that the viewer will respond to each piece based on their personal experiences, so that one piece may mean nothing, but another can speak to them on many levels. I love seeing which pieces people will connect with.

I frequently revisit themes of death, depression, self-knowledge and love, in response to events and themes within my own life, with a good amount of humor and sarcasm. My printing process evolved out of the desire to use text and image, as well as form, to express these themes and ideas.  I print on my pieces using block prints and stamps, which I create myself or find, and an underglaze ink.

Food safe, dishwasher safe, microwave and oven safe.

Contact me:

website: amandambarr.com

etsy: notengomiedo.etsy.com

twitter: @amandambarr

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