Rubio, Savannah

@savvylee_ceramics

@savvylee_ceramics

My work in ceramics is a journey of transformation, where clay becomes a narrative medium. Through hand-building, wheel-throwing, and casting, I shape whimsical pieces that invite joy and playfulness alongside darker, gothic forms that explore mystery and depth. This duality in my work allows me to balance the lighthearted with the somber, exploring the full spectrum of human emotion. Each piece is a story, an object that blends the organic unpredictability of hand-built structures with the refined symmetry of wheel-thrown shapes and the precision of cast molds. My whimsical creations—quirky animals, abstract figures, and exaggerated forms—are inspired by the joy and curiosity I feel toward the world. Conversely, my gothic-inspired pieces, with their dark glazes, textured surfaces, and intricate designs, draw from my fascination with history, mythology, and the unknown. The tactile process of shaping clay brings me closer to the heart of each piece, where joy, mystery, and craft converge. It is my hope that these works spark curiosity and reflection, inviting you to see beauty and wonder in both light and shadow.

For the strange and unusual....as well as a little bit for everyone else! SavvyLee Ceramics is a home-based studio where imagination and artistry take shape in clay. Run by Savvy, an artist deeply passionate about creating both whimsical and gothic-inspired ceramic pieces, the studio is a sanctuary for unique, handcrafted ceramics. Currently a side venture, SavvyLee Ceramics embodies Savvy's dream of transforming a lifelong passion into a full-time endeavor. Every piece that emerges from the studio—whether hand-built, wheel-thrown, or cast—is a reflection of Savvy's commitment to detail, creativity, and the beauty found in contrasts. From playful, lighthearted forms to deeply textured, mysterious pieces, SavvyLee Ceramics invites collectors and art lovers to explore a world of handcrafted charm and intrigue, one creation at a time.

spectacular and slip casting clay

midrange

slip casting and hand building

using textured stamps

I have started to get into that.

nature based

It's mine!

music

a slab roller, new kiln that's updated with automatic firing panel, more space!

Exploring to find the best deals as well as being part of facebook groups that help with selling and trading materials and supplies.

getting out in nature

Look at all sides of something to see how it can be used, some of my best items for my studio have come from side of the road finds or repurposing something else.

Building time into my day to do pottery since I currently am a full time school counselor

something that kind of looked like a bowl!

Having perfect pulls on the wheel EVERY TIME! That would save me so much time, as pulling is where I have trouble.

wheel throwing techniques

My teacher Celeste as she is the one who woke up my love of pottery and got me on the wheel.

instrumental metal

Because I love the freedom of expression it gives me, and I love seeing others find joy in what I have created.

Pablo Picasso because I am not the best with realism (I started my art journey with painting) and his work is what showed me you can create without making it hyper realistic and it can be beautiful.

Make sure to take time every once in a while to organize and clean your studio, it will bring back your peace and help with your creativity when things are in order.

That it would fire and not explode even with air pockets!