Asheville clay artist Ed Byers began working in clay in 2003 and soon found himself with an intense interest in figurative sculpture.Using earthenware, he strives to make representations of our human experience – beauty and spirit through color and form.His inspirations are folk, American-Southern, African and spiritual beings, usually set in a place of joy, peace, and hope.All of Ed’s sculptures are handbuilt and multiple-fired with oxide washes, underglazes, and slips.
Most of Ed's figures are women. "Women are very important in my life - in all our lives." Ed believes faith comes in many forms. Some people find faith in nature. Nature is depicted in many of his figures.
Originally from Huntsville, Alabama, he is a graduate of Auburn University and has completed post-graduate studies in ceramic sculpture in Asheville, Penland, NC and Santa Fe, NM.He is a member of the American Craft Council, Southern Highland Craft Guild, and Piedmont Craftsmen Guild.
