Chris Bing & Jan Wax

Clay endures. Every museum displays objects of clay which have sprung from generations of potters’ and sculptors’ hands – and because clay endures, we all know more about the culture from which these still-existing artifacts arose.

We feel that we are part of this ancient tradition of creating things from clay, often for everyday use, and we embellish wheel-thrown and hand built clay objects with portrait-like sculptures of creatures from the animal world.

Chris is a keen observer of nature, and his desire to reveal the nature of the subjects he chooses is evident in the detail of his work. Each piece is wholly original.

Jan came to clay after a career in teaching English and writing, and after a pottery course opened her up to the pleasures of working with stoneware and porcelain. She worked her way through a ton of clay and learned to throw by doing.

Moving to northern California, to a piece of land with tall redwoods, meadows and a creek, has inspired both of us with the natural beauty of the area.

Our work can be seen at several galleries in Mendocino County, and at juried shows such as the La Quinta Arts Festival – a favorite.

We also welcome visitors to our studio in the redwoods and you can call 707-895-2717 for easy directions.

We appreciate our patrons.

Jan Wax & Chris Bing
waxbing.com

Wax & Bing Gallery