soCurio | art is for everyone

My name is Elke, I was born in Berlin, Germany, from a heritage deeply etched in art. I soon developed my own appreciation for the wonders of artistic design. As a child I was drawn to the compelling lines of the classical architecture and sculpture in the cities of Europe. Educated at The Hamburg Institute of Fine Art and Graphic Design, I have embraced a very eclectic approach to my work. I feel compelled to capture the classically elegant lines that mesmerized me as a child, but also to explore the cultural interpretations of my travels and the purity of ultra modern free expression. The inspiration for my work comes in many forms, there is no formula, I create what is in my heart. I have used many different mediums for my work - from stone to cast porcelain and ceramic. My work in the genre of porcelain art dolls gained six "Doll Of The Year" awards. When working for Danbury Mint, my subjects have been Shirley Temple, Pope John Paul II, and Derek Jeter among others. Recently I have come to an art form that truly embraces my broad view of artistic possibilities. Older than the written word yet able to capture the very razor's edge of modern design -- cast, glazed, and hand painted ceramic bodies allow for immense variety and make my work available to many more collectors. I now live in southern California, inspired daily by the sights and sounds of our mountain community nestled in the midst of the Los Padres National Forest.