Shaping the Future: Gabriel Poucher’s Ceramic Symphony

I'm delighted to highlight my ongoing collaboration with the exceptionally talented ceramic artist, Gabriel John Poucher. Gabriel earned his BFA in Crafts, focusing on glass and ceramics, from Kent State University in 2017, and recently completed his MFA in Ceramic Art at Alfred University in 2024.

Gabriel's work delves into the decay of architectural structures and organic growth patterns, exploring the construction and unraveling of complex systems through drawing and ceramic sculpture. His unique approach examines technology, ecology, and the impact of the Anthropocene through the lens of queer theory and the materiality of ceramics.

Our collaborations have involved photography and video documentation of his abstract ceramic sculptures, which are influenced by his fascination with childhood toys, models, and 'space junk' as nostalgic cultural artifacts. Gabriel's pieces are both maximal and cacophonous, reflecting his building block approach to highly complex ceramic structures.

Currently, Gabriel is the 2024-2025 Ceramic Artist-in-Residence at the Lawrence Arts Center, where he continues to inspire with his innovative creations. Working with Gabriel is always a rewarding experience, and I look forward to our future projects together.

Gabriel Poucher - Space Trash Mug production