ABOUT THE ARTIST

I have always been drawn to the intuitive nature of art. It has been a constant companion of mine through life’s ebbs and flows. I recall a moment where art saved me. I grew up in South Africa during the end of apartheid. As a young girl, I couldn’t understand why I was treated differently, but the one thing that felt stable and inspiring during a difficult time was art.

ART IS THERAPY.

I am a multi-medium artist with a profound focus on ceramics, painting, and writing. I love the process of creating. Along with being an artist, I am also a registered dietitian nutritionist, diabetes educator, wellness strategist, healthy chef, and yoga + mindfulness teacher. My experience working in this field and my passion for art have given me the opportunity to understand how creativity can be a part of healing. When people tap into their creativity, amazing things can happen - like processing and healing through trauma.

I am a ceramic artist and potter with 6 years of experience in hand building and wheel throwing. My artistic pursuits delve into how clay can be used as a medium to find the truth. I am interested in how pottery has been used across different cultures as a vessel for nourishment, food preparation, ceremony, medicinal purposes, love, and symbolism. I am particularly drawn to the movement of clay and enjoy creating texture that can be felt in the organic forms of nature.

I’ve participated in art residencies in Greece, Italy, and the Atacama Desert in Chile. My residency experiences have been profound, each different setting and environment has impacted my art in a unique way. Learning about the culture and environment that I am in has a way of seeping into my creative world.

I take a lot of time and care in creating my work. For example, creating bowls and dining ware allows me to integrate my love for nutrition, cooking, and food. I love the process of creating a meal, and then plating it on my bowls. I sit mindfully and admire the art - from the bowl to the food.

You can follow my ceramic work on Instagram @potterybykrishna.

- Krishna Dholakia