This glazed ceramic tile captures a family of inky cap mushrooms, rendered through the sgraffito technique—where the artist scratches away the surface slip to reveal the lighter clay beneath. The bold contrast of black glaze against the natural ceramic base evokes the mysterious beauty of the forest floor at dusk. Each cap is delicately etched to reveal fine gill lines, and a small snail nestled beside the stems adds a touch of quiet humor and life. The glossy surface finish enhances the dark, moody palette while preserving the hand-carved texture that defines this earthy, one-of-a-kind work.
Forest Chorus | Jess Kellogg
- Medium: Glazed ceramic tile, sgraffito technique
- Dimensions: 5 ½ in. × 5 ½ in.
- Finish: Gloss glaze with etched detail
- Mounting: Two pre-drilled hanging holes
- Origin: Handcrafted in the Southern United States
Kellogg is a multimedia artist currently focused on ceramic sculpture. Born and raised in the rural woods of Tennessee, she eventually left the sheltered nest of the holler and went on to live in Nicaragua, Oregon, Wyoming, and Montana. Throughout her travels, she’s inspired by nature’s incredible artistry—the structure and detail within apparent chaos, and the magical beauty present in everything from grand landscapes to the intricacy of a single blade of grass.
Organic shapes, textures, and the people she has encountered from diverse cultures and backgrounds continue to inspire her work. Her creations reflect a deep connection to her surroundings, her community, and her own heart. At the core of each of her works lies a sense of whimsy and vulnerability.