Art
Works
Nature has always been at the heart of my work. Working across watercolor, acrylics, clay, and found organic materials, I create pieces that emerge from my daily encounters with nature—whether through gardening, collecting objects on walks, or observing the subtle interactions between plants and animals. My hands-in-the-earth approach to both gardening and art-making reflects my belief that creativity flourishes through direct engagement with the natural world. These tactile experiences inform every aspect of my practice, from the way I build ceramic forms to how I layer paint to capture the play of light. My intention is to stop time for a brief moment. Life is too beautiful and much too short.
Shannon Hankes
In the Studio
My preference when working with clay is hand building. The wood that I work with is from the south. Currently I am working with heart of pine and cedar wood that has been reclaimed and collected over the years. I enjoy using combinations of color, texture and materials to create curiosity and emphasize the beauty of nature.
It’s getting lost in the paint and clay and loosing sense of time. Being inspired by what has bloomed, the bluebirds building nests, the owls calling at night, the bees and butterflies hovering, seeing the hummingbird who wintered over and being entertained by the chickens.
Artist Collective
TBD
2025
Show Details
Will be Posted as Available
