Wendy Liss creates hand-built ceramic sculptural vessels that delve into the formal elements of line, form, texture, color and gestural energy. Drawing inspiration from nature, architecture and the human figure, her work emphasizes the contrast between soft contours and sharp angles, the interplay of the interior and exterior and the construction of striking, dynamic edges. This harmonious interaction of opposing forces embodies the physical essence of her work. Liss uses tinted clay in order to reveal the material’s natural surface, allowing the inherent beauty of the medium to shine. Her studio practice relies on a balance between conscious intention with spontaneous response, bringing a sense of immediacy and vitality to each piece.
Liss graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and an Art Education certificate from Moore College of Art in Philadelphia. She has worked in fine art restoration, interior design, and the curation of local art exhibitions. Liss has sculptures in public and private collections and currently teaches “Find Your Edge” at the Community Arts Center in Wallingford, Pennsylvania.