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From Lab Coat to Clay: Liz Bloomfield’s Career Transformation


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We sat down with Liz Bloomfield, an SF native who loves to sculpt clay works inspired by nature and biology. Once a science nerd, Liz followed her instinct and passion and made a total career U-turn when she quit working to return to school full-time at San Francisco’s community college and explore art. While at CCSF, she discovered and fell in love with clay as her medium of choice. Today, she creates beautiful organic sculptures and 3D pottery wall hangings that mimic nature, such as ocean organisms and sea creatures.


“She riffs off of organic forms and textures found in the surroundings on long walks along shores, deserts, alpine mountains, and slot canyons. She enjoys ceramic exploration and experimentation, and the making process plays a large role in the overall feeling of each piece. She creates for the joy of it, and from a deep appreciation for the pure beauty and curiosities of nature.”


This episode is full of gems. Liz has wisdom beyond her years. Get inspired and take away some practical advice and smart, simple tips and tools for creating a successful art career in San Francisco.

 

Current Exhibits featuring Liz Bloomfield’s work:

  • The Randal Museum Exhibit, Food for Thought
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Exhibit: The Art of Nature
  • Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (JCCSF) – Exhibit: Nourish Your Roots, Co-curated with ArtSpan
  • HUNT & GATHER – Exhibit: Ripple Effect

  • Other Mentions:

    • Sunset Communical Arts⁠
    • Sunset Clay House
    • City College of San Francisco (CCSF)
    • ⁠⁠The Exploratorium⁠⁠
      • ArtSpan
      • SF Open Studios
      • Art in Neighborhoods
      • Arizmendi Bakery for Pizza
      • Pizzeta
      • Gordos Taqueria
      • Mario’s Bohemian Cigar Store Cafe
      • Lands End
      • Baker Beach
      • Marshal Beach
      • Mountain Lake Park

      • Follow Liz’ Artist Journey online

        • @EB_CLAY
        • www.lizbloomfield.com
        • View/Shop Liz' HUNT & GATHER Collection


        • About HUNT & GATHER

          Spring Exhibit-Closing Memorial Day Weekend


          OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

          • Sea Hugger⁠ ⁠
          • Creative Biz Strategy Session
          • Call for Artists: Sunset Pride, opening June 21, 2024
          • Call for Artists, Makers, Musicians, and Volunteers: Inner Sunset Art Walk, Jun 21, 2024⁠

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