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Rose Esson-Dawson

Ceramic Artist

My current body of work embraces the dreams and nightmares of old. Things that go bump, and bump hard in the night have been explored in a more playful manor. Daydreams from my childhood have been illustrated using imagery found in sailor’s tales of sea monsters and night terrors. My fondness of Japanese block prints, as well as short poems helps develop the stylized patterns, subject matter and execution of the work. Finally, I have chosen to fire this work (painstaking as it is to create) in a wood fueled kiln. This allows the elements to leave their mark on each piece. In some cases it will obscure part of the narrative, leaving you the viewer to add your imagination to fill the gap.

39 State Street, Bristol, RI 02809

Hotpoint Emporium is a fine art and handicraft member operated gallery based in Bristol, Rhode Island. All work sold in Hotpoint Emporium is tax-exempt.

Mission Statement: Hotpoint Emporium is an artist collaborative that promotes a vibrant arts community by offering a unique, juried art gallery space as well as a forum for artists and the local community to support, learn, and connect with member artists through multidisciplinary arts exhibits, education, and creative collaborations.

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