I’m an artist and teacher in Chicago, IL

After graduating with a BFA in Ceramics from Northern Illinois University, I moved to Chicago to continue developing my work.

While clay remains my focus, I enjoy expanding my skills in metalworking and printmaking and finding ways to incorporate them into my practice.

Across media, detailed textures and tireless repetition characterize my visual language. Thematically, I am fascinated by the monotony of our everyday and frequently explore this fascination using imagery of plants, animals, and decay.

I love to teach and focus on cultivating learning spaces that encourage community and togetherness across a range of skill level, age, and background. I teach at a variety of institutions around Chicago and am the Director of Ceramics Programming at Lillstreet Art Center in Chicago, IL.

See work in my portfolio, find process shots at @kirin.kane, or take a lesson with me.