Susanne Worschech

Studio Keramos

Ceramicist

©Susanne Worschech

Sharing her love of clay

Susanne's ceramics are a great example of wabi-sabi aesthetics
Clay makes her feel grounded and soothed
She enjoys discovering her audience's take on her work

Susanne Worschech grew up in a family of creative individuals, from illustrators and graphic designers to musicians. She first studied art to become a teacher and then fine arts. When she discovered clay, she immediately embraced it. Susanne's work explores form and colour theories from the Bauhaus style, whose specific rules she adhered to at the beginning of her career. "I believe that the fixed structures helped me organise myself." With time, Susanne's interest in imperfection and the senses began to emerge in her work. The Japanese teaching of wabi-sabi supported her in her approach, and she dealt extensively with techniques like kintsugi and raku. It is Susanne's passion to share her love of clay with other people, whether through lectures, ceramic workshops in her studio, or at ceramic dinners with professional chefs.

Interview

©Susanne Worschech

©Susanne Worschech

Why do you call clay "your" material?: I find clay to be a very cooperative material. Its behaviour is not unruly, and it responds easily. It is a suitable medium for both applied art and free art. The feeling of working with clay is very pleasant for me, it has a grounding and calming effect.
How does wabi-sabi philosophy relate to your work?: In wabi-sabi it is not the obvious beauty that is cherished, but beauty that is concealed. My work reflects this philosophy, especially in my approach. For instance, irregularities in the material are important. In my murals, I cause stress cracks through the way the materials are treated.
What does well done mean to you?: My audience decides whether or not a piece is successful. It has taught me over the years that just because I like something it doesn't mean it will be to the taste of the viewer. That is why I like to bring all my work to exhibitions. Often, I find that non-favourites have a special appeal.
What do you love most about your work?: Having the opportunity to combine all my passions in my work is amazing. It is a joy to be able to interact with people at my exhibitions and events, and I experience unforgettable moments with them.

Susanne Worschech is a master artisan: she began her career in 1994 and she started teaching in 1994