Helen Sharp’s work is rooted in a lifelong love of clay—an art form that feels timeless and deeply human.

Her inspiration comes from the natural world, the beauty and utility of everyday objects, and the textures, colors, and forms she has encountered while living in Asia, South America, and growing up in Texas. Motherhood has added another layer to her practice, shaping the way she interacts with the world and deepening her connection to the rhythms of daily life. This perspective surfaces in her work as both tenderness and strength—objects that hold space, nurture, and invite presence.

Working with both mid-fire and high-fire clays, Sharp combines wheel-throwing, large coils, and slabs to create forms that range from intimate functional objects to large-scale sculptural works. Each piece is shaped by its own process; always one-of-a-kind.

Her current work is inspired by the desert landscapes of Texas, Arizona, and Mexico’s Baja California Sur. It scales toward the intersection of craft and high-end design—large centerpiece bowls, glowing lamps, and ceramic tables that function as both everyday objects and sculptural focal points. These are pieces made to transform spaces, bring the outside world in, and connect people back to the grounding, elemental presence of clay.