The Ceramic Works of Jordan Vouga

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The Ceramic Works of Jordan Vouga

Selected Works

Process

Archive

Information

Volcanic Tablelands
December 29, 2025

Materials:
Ancient volcanic ash, decomposed granite

Much of Owens Valley was shaped by intense volcanic activity and tectonic movement hundreds of thousands of years ago. One of the most significant events was a massive eruption from the Long Valley Caldera roughly 760,000 years ago, which blanketed the region in volcanic ash. Over time...READ MORE

Inyo Valley
December 29, 2025

Materials:
Wild clay, sand, silt

I made the journey into Owens Valley — sometimes informally referred to as Inyo Valley depending on one’s location — with the intention of collecting materials for an upcoming body of work made entirely from wild materials sourced in this region. I loaded my car with buckets, collection tools, and research materials in search of clay...READ MORE

Northern California
December 4, 2025

Materials:
Shale, mudstone, iron-oxide

While out near the coast in Northern California, I discovered a large vein of shale that can be processed into wild clay. Shale is a sedimentary rock formed from ancient mud deposits laid down millions of years ago. Because it is clay-bearing, it must be broken down, slaked, and refined before it can be worked by hand...READ MORE