Meet Our Members: Camille McLoughlin
We love that membership at Friendly City Clay & Art Center spans such a wide variety of ages, backgrounds and styles. Camille is one of our youngest members, and I love hearing how working with clay has been an outlet while she finishes her degree at JMU. Here Camille shares what she has learned since beginning her clay journey.
What's your name and age, and how long have you been working with clay?
Camille McLoughlin, 20, and I’ve been working with clay for around three years total.
What got you started working with clay?:
I started ceramics in elementary school and took every opportunity to continue in high-school. It was my favorite subject and a very fun and relaxing class.
What are your favorite things to make?
I mostly sculpt figures, like animals or objects, or mugs and small bowls. I like to make detailed pieces and use detailed glazework with underglaze.
What projects are you currently working on?
I’m currently working on underglazing small figurines and sculpting bowls and mugs. I plan to carve a leaf pattern into the walls of the bowl and mugs.
What made you decide to become a member at Friendly City Clay?
Ceramics is a mental escape for me while I work on my degree at JMU. It’s very relaxing for me and easy to zone out as I focus on my work.
What would you say to someone who's just starting out with clay?
It’s something everyone should try, and it only takes some time and practice to get better at it. It may be hard at first, but if you take your time the results are worth it.
