Local Artist

Zola de Firmian - Ceramics / Mixed Media
Sculpture and Lighting

I began making pots at the age of four in the Arizona Mountains, digging the beautiful red clay near my grandparents' spring. I'm both humbled and at home with its touch - the power of Earth. As a child, I discovered Earth's beauty was a magic carpet. It moved me, and still does, sweeping me into a realm of peace. From this place I aim to build reflections of such beauty - harmonies of contrast, shadow, light.

These pieces are like seeds I'd like to send from my garden to your own - to help you "rest from the world," to catch a glimpse - or strong reminder - of Nature's gifts. Our new Asian-Pacific style home and studio in Manchester overlooks the sea, (a creative 'green building' collaboration with my contractor-husband, Philip de Firmian.) Come for a visit; the contact numbers are below.

"For sanctuary - home or garden
A passion for nature and light."

Garden Sculpture and Lighting for the Home - (Porcelain, stoneware, handmade papers, metal, and plant materials assembled in lighting designs.)

Member:
    - NCAG (North Coast Artists' Guild,)
    - WEAD (Women's Environmental Artist's Directory)

Education:
    - Art focused Humanities B.A.
            from Dominican University, San Rafael
    - Masters in Education
    - Certified Environmental Educator with
            Multiple Subject teaching credential

I've been fortunate to teach and promote Environmental Art and awareness through several venues since moving to the coast.

Contact Information: Zola de Firmian PO Box 416 Manchester, CA 95459 Email: zfirmian@svn.net Phone: 707-882-2393 Website: www.zinfusionz.com

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