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Holding Light

I am drawn to the tension of opposites: hard and soft, ephemeral and permanent, transparent and opaque, rough and smooth. Porcelain is the ideal medium for exploring these contrasts; it can be shifted between these states, and when illuminated from within it seems to glow with an inner life.

The components of these delicate, textured porcelain vessels vary from less than 0.5mm to 3mm thick. Each piece is meticulously hand-built. They are incredibly light to hold, revealing both strength and fragility.

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Please note: Holding Light works cannot be shipped, they need to be transported in person.

© 2026 Gillian Hodes

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