I understand perfectly.

When I “talk to the Clay” as my work piece progresses, wonderful things come about.  Not always the path I originally thought I was taking.  The clay leads you into its own world of wonder, beauty, and graceful fluidity. It’s always between me and the clay.  When I listen well, it performs in such beautiful ways that can sometimes take your breath away.  

Admirers of my work give me the credit, but I know, in my heart, that Mother Earth only lends to me her clay to make artwork beautiful in everyone’s mind, as they look upon each creation I shape with my hands. She smiles on me as each piece is finished, while also bestowing her blessings on each of us artists to continue our work.