Exploring Janice Cormier's Connection to Landscape in Ceramics

Janice Cormier is a ceramic artist whose practice is informed by a deep connection to the landscape.

Nine abstract clay tiles arranged in a grid on a white wall, featuring various smooth shapes and textures in a reddish-brown color. — A Memory of Tides 04 (source)

Above is one of her wall-hanging sculptures, made up of nine individual stoneware pieces arranged as one cohesive composition.

A close-up view of various abstract, organic-shaped terracotta sculptures arranged in a grid on a white background. — A Memory of Tides 04, Detail

“Each element contributes to the overall form, emphasizing texture, form, and the natural qualities of the material,” says Tacit gallery, which represents her.

A grid of 24 textured squares, showcasing various abstract designs and patterns made from clay or similar materials, featuring neutral colors like white, grey, and black. — *FROM THE FOREST TO THE OCEAN FLOOR*
24-piece wall sculpture installation created for a residential interior project

The organic forms and tactile surfaces echo the natural landscape elements from the places she has called Home – Atlantic Canada, Northern California, and Québec.