Garden Magic

In a hidden part of the enchanted forest, lived a garden snail with a flower on his head. This flower granted him the title of "Garden Shaman." Creatures sought his wisdom for his magical healing powers. One day, a worried rabbit asked for help. Ollie advised her to restore her magical berry patch using her moonlit rainwater and stardust. His fame spread, but he grew humble, understanding the balance of nature. Seeking guidance from his flower, he learned that true wisdom came from the heart. His legacy became one of inspiring harmony and humility in an enchanting world.

This plate is measured at ±5cm(H)×15cm(L)×18cm(W)

Material: Malaysia white stoneware clay

Painting: AMACO underglazes before bisque firing, food grade glazes before glaze firing. Both firings take over 24 hours to ensure safety for food use. 

About the artist:

Hannah Bhatt is a mother of 2, a law graduate and a talented ceramic artist behind Uncanny Valley Studios. She built pieces, featuring faces, irregular shapes, and mythical chimaeras, to showcase her skill and creativity. The faces of chimaeras are mythical or fictional creatures with parts taken from various animals.

In Hannah's words: "I always kind of felt like a fish out of water. I used to illustrate fishes with legs and slowly expanded it into different creatures. If I had the ability to bring clay to life and breathe soul into my creations, they would embody a sense of longing and displacement.

It is a dance between realms and I hope it conveys a profound message of acceptance, self-discovery and the importance of embracing what makes us feel like a fish out of water.

The faces of the collection remain a symbol of the beauty that emerges when we dare to step beyond our comfort zones, going against conformity and embracing what makes us unique."