Ceramic Artist

Jeff’s extensive technical understanding of firing and glazing, paired with bold design and colorful palettes make him a cutting edge ceramist who has already developed a large following at this early point in his career. Jeff draws inspiration from all over.

His earliest influences include the far-reaching design of Charles and Ray Eames and other fine furnishings from leaders like Herman Miller and Steelcase. He continues to find direction from his 5-acre organic farm in the countryside of Saugatuck MI.

Jeff is a 24-year-old designer and ceramicist with a summer studio in Saugatuck, Michigan. Jeff completed his BFA in Studio Art at Michigan State University in December of 2007, and is operating his studio and gallery for the 6^th season now.  October of 2001 was the first time he threw a vessel on the pottery wheel, and has produced large volumes of work since.

“Having taught myself to wheel-throw had many advantages… I didn’t know what type of ceramic art was most common, or how the artists made their work. I believe it allowed me to develop a style of my own.”

He combines contemporary shapes along with modern color schemes to achieve the balance necessary with each piece. Ultimately trying to capture the fashion of ceramics, Jeff looks for inspiration in everything from modern furniture to the architecture of the greats such as Frank Gehry. His love for interior design can be seen with most of his unique ceramic vessels.  

Volmod was born in the summer of 2003. The voluptuous and modern ceramics are one of a kind thrown pieces ranging from functional to sculptural. 

Jeff has had the pleasure of doing commissions for clients such as the president of Herman Miller, designing work for his office, Herman Miller designers, and Bukiety- Chicago’s top florist. 

The ceramics can be found in five states and over fifteen cities throughout Michigan, Illinois, Arizona, Tennessee, and Arkansas. 

To see more of Jeff's work, go to his website at: www.volmod.com