Yvonne Tornatta

Yvonne Tornatta Pottery

 

Member profile details

First name
Yvonne
Last name
Tornatta
Business Name
Yvonne Tornatta Pottery
Profile Picture
City
Bend
State
OR
Public Studio Phone
‪(458) 202-9430‬
Public Email Address
Secondary Email Address
Program Coordinators
  • Social Media Chair
 

Art Work Description

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Firing Methods
  • Electric
  • Oxidation
  • Mid-Range
Types of Clay Used
  • Porcelain
Forming Methods and Techniques
  • Wheel Thrown
  • Carved
Finishing Methods and Techniques
  • Dip or Poured Glazes
  • Raw
Forms Types
  • Plates
  • Serving Platters
  • Cups
  • Tumbler
  • Coffee Mugs
  • Tea Bowls
  • Stein
  • Vase
  • Flower Vases
  • Decorative Vases
  • Bud Vase
  • Bottles
  • Bowls
  • Soup Bowls
  • Serving Bowls
  • Planters
Artwork Description
  • Functional
  • Garden
  • Sculpture
  • Organic
  • Bright
  • Earthy
  • Simple
Artist Statement
I create all of my handmade pottery in my ceramic studio in Bend, Oregon. Using richly pigmented porcelain clay, I layer and laminate vibrant colors before wheel-throwing each unique form. After shaping, I meticulously carve into the surface to reveal intricate, multicolored patterns hidden within the clay body. I finish each piece by applying complementary glaze colors to the interior and select areas of the exterior, enhancing both visual appeal and functionality. Finally, I sand the exterior to create a smooth, tactile finish that highlights the dynamic color contrasts and clean lines of the design.
Biography
I am a ceramic artist based in Central Oregon, working out of my pottery studio in Tumalo. Eight years ago, I relocated to Oregon with the goal of building a creative space where I could freely explore and evolve my craft. My work is rooted in experimentation—whether through innovative glaze combinations, diverse clay bodies, or dynamic ceramic forms. Each handmade piece I create is one of a kind, often reflecting a new direction or technique I am refining. Currently, I’m focused on the Neriage technique, layering and blending colored porcelain clays to produce striking, marbled patterns revealed through carving and sanding.
 

Clay Educators

Educator Type
  • Former Educator
Name of Institution or Studio
Camp Clay
Class Location
Bend, Oregon
Description of your classes you offer
Alternative firing and wheel throwing.

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