BIOGRAPHY

Sam Oliver received her BFA from Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC in 2013. She spent 9 months completing a special student study with a focus in ceramics at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA, while also studying 16th - 17th Century Earthenware Figures at The Decorative Arts Museum in Williamsburg. She has completed residencies at The Bascom Center for Arts, Brockway Center for Arts and Technology, Pocosin Arts School of Fine Crafts, Arrowmont School of Crafts, and Penland School of Craft. Sam has been published in Ceramics Monthly and Pottery Making Illustrated for her slab building and surface decorating techniques. She lives in Tryon, NC where she works full time in her home studio. 

ARTIST STATEMENT

While living in Western North Carolina her interest in the native plant population grew. In higher elevations of the Appalachian mountains are vast temperate rainforests which support diverse ecosystems. Using ceramic vessels, Sam implements layered surfaces of high contrast to display the nuances of living amongst native and invasive plant life. 

Website: samanthaoliver.com
Instagram: @samanthaolivr