ELLEN BLOMGREN
Ceramics sculptor, Owner of Mudstone Studios
I use the ceramics medium to tell a story. As I mold the clay into the form I’m trying to achieve, the mythology will evolve. Every cut into the clay reveals another layer. I embellish it with textures and details. Next the story is colored, enhancing every detail. Once installed, the narrative can be read in it’s entirety.
Each of these works speak about an individual issue, yet as a series, they tell a larger story. They interact with the viewer to evoke thought about the earth as our home, animals as our tribe and our accountability to them. The work has a darkness to it, yet a playfulness as well. Each character has it’s own personality and gesture. Some pieces pieces have a hollow, or negative space which touches on the fear of revealing the truth or looking within. To look inside we must acknowledge that we are each responsible.
My inspiration comes from my love of wildlife and nature. At a time when people are doing so much damage, it’s hard to think that one person could make a difference. Through my work, I hope to do just that. My intention is to awaken in each viewer the motivation to look in the mirror and make even a small change.
BLACK BEAR
This delightful garden creature is made to stay outdoors, year round. Made from vitrified stoneware and protected with a masonry sealant, this 26" sculpture will be an amazing conversation piece. Black bear with lustrous bees adorning it.
Currently being exhibited at Bowersock Gallery, Provincetown
RACCOON
This life-size queen of the night forest is suitable to reside in your garden year round. Special care instructions are simple and easy to follow. Stoneware, treated with masonry sealant.
Currently being exhibited at Bowersock Gallery, Provincetown
LYNX
This stunning piece may startle your guests! 25" in height, this lynx, adorned in bronze effect leaves will really stand out in your garden. Made from stoneware and sealed with a masonry sealant, this piece is suitable for the outdoors, year-round.
Currently being exhibited at Bowersock Gallery, Provincetown
RED FOX
This colorful fox sculpture will really stand out in your garden. Made from stoneware and sealed with a masonry sealant, this piece is suitable for the outdoors, year-round.
Currently being exhibited at Bowersock Gallery, Provincetown
FOREST CHILD
This unique sculpture of a child of the forest will be an original conversation piece for all of your garden guests. Standing about 26' tall, this piece is packed with joy and personality. Hand sculpted from stoneware and sealed with masonry sealant~ Suitable for the outdoors, year round.
WILD CHILDREN
Wild Siblings can be purchased individually or as a pair. These little creatures complete their garden surroundings and evoke a story in the mind of your garden visitors.
SEA OTTER
This adorable sea otter, smiling with seashell glam will just make your garden that much cuter! Sculpted from stoneware and sealed with masonry sealant, this can reside outdoors, year round.
FOX WITH BUTTERFLIES
Hand sculpted stoneware fox with lustrous butterflies. sealed with masonry sealant for outdoor placement, year-round. 23"h
Currently being exhibited at Bowersock Gallery, Provincetown
HARES
These mischievous creatures will liven your garden, throughout the year. Sculpted from stoneware and sealed for the outdoors. Please specify which hare you prefer.
MAYAN MONKEY
These monkeys hang on a wall. I'd be very happy to drive up to 3 hours in order to install one or both of these works. Sculpted from stoneware, these could be installed outside on a garden wall or fence or inside on a porch or inner wall. 25"
Currently being exhibited at Bowersock Gallery, Provincetown
BATTLE CAT
This fearsome animal was trained by mice to be their loyal steed. Stoneware sculpture ridden by stoneware mice in a stoneware sardine and turtle shell pagoda.
An orange, "nice" battlecat is also available
CANARY IN A COAL MINE
This cat sized, mysterious sculpture of a black cat holds a canary in a cage within. A statement about fossil fuels...
NATURE DECOR
Natural adornments
Bring the outdoors inside your home with these beautiful porcelain frogs and stoneware lilly pads. Made to stand the test of time, these glazed works of art can hang on the wall or seemingly float above your garden on metal rods. Glaze will never fade in the sun or chip off like old paint, making these perfect for your porch or garden shed.
SCULPTED PET PORTRAITS
Have your pet memorialized in clay with a custom pet portrait, Lead time is 8-10 weeks depending on the size.
Ellen has an uncanny ability to capture your pet's personality, getting that head tilt or that silly gesture you know and love so much. Even if your pet has crossed the rainbow bridge, Ellen can work from pictures and a phone call, Pictures will be sent with your portrait in progress for your approval before the next step. Cremains can be included in the eye glaze or closed up and fired inside the sculpture.
CHRISTMAS MICE HAVE GONE TO BED -GET YOURS NEXT YEAR!
You can only get one during the holiday season
These adorable little creatures are sure to make a great gift...if you can bear to part with it! Some of these cuties are actually hanging ornaments. They are colored with natural pigments with glazes eyes and a leather cord tail.