Maria Stone, "Tree Mug"

4.75" tall x 3" wide, 4.5" (width with handle), ceramic

Maria Stone is a Richmond-based artist focused on creating functional and decorative ceramic wares. Instead of throwing pottery on a wheel, her work is created using rolled slabs of clay or by pinching and molding by hand. Maria adorns each piece with intricate free-hand illustrations and carvings. These slow and intentional handbuilding and decorating techniques give each piece a whimsical—and one of a kind—character.

Follow Maria Stone on Instagram @mariastonestudio