Squidge Liljeblad Davis

About the Artist

Squidge Liljeblad Davis has been a Resident Artist for the state of Maine since 1978 and in that capacity has taught thousands of individuals the joy of creative process through the vehicle of clay. Awarded the Studio Potter Foundation award ""in recognition of excellence, innovation and commitment to education in the ceramic arts"", she is a gifted teacher as well as an accomplished potter and sculptor. A presenter at the Women''s Caucus for Art, she has taught and shown her work nationally and internationally. additional information and a resume may be accessed at her site, www.starflowerfarmstudios.com
Squidge is comfortable teaching all ages and populations and has worked in group homes, treatment facilities and jails as well as with all ages of school children. In her teaching, she offers clay as a medium for developing calm focus leading to success and enhanced self-esteem. Beginning with fundamental and easy to learn gestures and techniques, Squidge leads students to more complex projects which simultaneously develop inner listening and outer expression. She is available for one day and long term residencies, with fees starting at $250 a day plus travel and materials.