electra pelias

My main medium is clay, however, I am additionally inspired by secondhand materials, both for sustainability reasons and sheer curiosity regarding the past lives these materials lived. I additionally incorporate sewing into my practice, a skill passed down from my mother to me as a child. Much like I utilize charm and innocence in my art as a counterbalance to darker themes, ceramic and fiber art contrast physically, creating tension in material and content.

By merging the whimsical with the profound, I seek to weaponize cuteness as a means of confronting and navigating complex emotions. In essence, my art is a means of processing trauma and emotions, with the trauma becoming a driving force behind the creative process. Through this practice, I hope to offer not only a glimpse into my journey but also an invitation for others to reflect on their own experiences with curiosity, vulnerability, and resilience.