Pottery by Christen - LIMITS ARE ONLY IN THE IMAGINATION

I have been an Art Teacher and Ceramic Sculptor for the last 35 years. My sculptural work was based on the historical and cultural status of women in world societies. In 2017, I retired from teaching and my husband and I moved to Slater-Marietta, South Carolina. My goals have transitioned into creating iconic Water Towers so familiar to Greenville, SC and making lovely functional pottery that allows people to enjoy sharing it with others. I hope you find the visual journey through my work delightful and refreshing. My website is in construction phase, so if you are interested in buying any of my pieces, please contact me through my email and we can process the sale through PayPal invoicing and free usps shipping.

Marietta, South Carolina, United States
613 Riverstead Dr, Marietta SC 29661

At this time, sales are done through emails and PayPal invoices. Shipping is included in my pricing.

Water Tower with Greenville, SC symbol graffiti - The reservoir is made of glazed stoneware with a removable roof/lid. The base is made of wood, metal, wire, paint and string. The graffiti is of Greenville City.
Iron plate weights the base for stability. Size- approx. H- 14" by 5" (base) Price is $210.00 and includes shipping in price.

"Imagine" Water Tower - This Tower is a tiny replica of water towers located all over Greenville, SC.
They originally served as the water reservoir for the cotton mills located there. There is a lot of local history related to these cotton Mills. The history is one of the inspiring aspects of why I make these towers. There are lots of graffiti on the water towers, but mean nothing to me. I choose to put iconic words or inspirational graffiti on each reservoir. What word or words would you use. I love "Imagine" by the Beatles. The reservoirs made of glazed stoneware with a removable roof/lid. The base is made of wood, metal, wire, paint and string. Iron plate is weighting the base for stability. This waterpower has been sold, but I can make another replica of this one. Price is $200.00 including shipping.

"Skate" tiny water tower - This piece is not on sale. It was a consignment for a 10 year old boy who loves to skate.
His parents hired me to create a tower with the "Skate" graffiti on it. So Cool! Iron plate is weighting the base for stability.

Foot Prints on the Moon Water Tower - There is a lot of local history related to this style of Greenville Cotton Mills. The history is one of the inspiring aspects of why I make these towers. I choose to put iconic words or inspirational graffiti on each reservoir. I can also paint whatever graffiti you desire. What word or words would you use? "Footprints on the Moon" refers to creativity can lead to amazing accomplishments. The reservoir is made of glazed stoneware with a removable roof/lid. The base is made of wood, metal, wire, paint and string. Iron plate is weighting the base for stability. I can make a replica for Price is $200. The size can be 13" - 17 " tall and 5" for base width.

"Inspire" Water Tower - There is a lot of local history related to these cotton Mills. The history is one of the inspiring aspects of why I make these towers. There are lots of graffiti on the water towers, but mean nothing to me. I choose to put iconic words or inspirational graffiti on each reservoir. What word or words would you use? The word 'Inspire' speaks for itself . The reservoir is made of glazed stoneware with a removable roof/lid. The base is made of wood, metal, wire, paint and string. Iron plate is weighting the base for stability. I can make a replica of this tower - Price is $200.00 Size can be from 13" - 17" tall x 5" base.

The Burger - Shaped Water Tower. - I just enjoy the unique shapes of water towers. This particular one is located to the side of the Swamp Rabbit Trail in Greenville, SC. It has unique coloring so different from any I have seen. I love collecting Marbles and felt this sweet tower needed a marble to highlight its topper. It is one of my taller towers, being 19.5" tall x 7" square. There is an Iron plate under the base weighting it for stability. It's made of stoneware, glaze, wood, metal, string, wire and paint. Priced at $205.00 includes shipping

In Process on the Wheel - Wheel throw reservoir on the pottery wheel, ready for the making of the roof lid.

Focus Golf Water Tower - This Tower is a tiny replica of The Brandon Mill water tower located in West Greenville, SC.
It originally served as the water reservoir for the cotton mill located there. There is a lot of local history related to Brandon Mill. The history is one of the inspiring aspects of making these towers. The reservoir is made of glazed stoneware with a removable roof/lid. The base is made of wood, metal, wire, paint and string. Price is $205.00. The size is 17" x 5".

Focus Golf Water Tower showing the separate parts.

Greenville South Carolina Water Tower - I have many images of water towers from Greenville and around the world. This is one of my first loves and inspirations for creating these miniatures. This particular one can be seen when walking along the Swamp Rabbit Trail. I placed a marble on top, only because I love marbles and just thought it would be cool. Size 19.5" x 7" x 7" Stoneware, glaze, paint, wood, metal, wire and string. Iron plate is weighting the base for stability. Price is $190.00

You Are Never Alone Water Tower - This mixed media water tower is 15" tall. The reservoir is made of glazed and painted stoneware with a removable roof/lid. The shape of this water tower is typical of the towers that were constructed for the many cotton mills in Greenville Sc and other small towns as well. They are unique and truly Americana. The base is separate and made from metal, wire, wood and plastics. The price is $170. + $30 for shipping. The graffiti reflects the common goals we all had during the pandemic. It applies to all and in every time.

Covid Masked Water Tower - This mixed media water tower is 12" tall. The reservoir is made of glazed and painted stoneware with a removable roof/lid. The shape of this water tower is typical of the towers that were constructed for the many cotton mills in Greenville Sc and other small towns as well. They are unique and truly Americana. The base is separate and made from metal, wire, wood and plastics. The price is $170. + $30 for shipping.

Navajo Spirit Bowl - This bowl reflects two Navajo concepts: The story of the Spider Woman coming to earth to teach the Navajo women to weave and the center bowl that holds the spirit of the creator. This piece is made of stoneware. 9" x 4 ". price is $180.00 includes shipping.

Navajo Changing Woman - At the end of four days, Changing Woman went to the top of Ch'oolii and met the Sun, who asked her to come away and make a home for him in the West. The story is beautiful and worthy of learning more. This is one of a series of Navajo Women I have researched and created sculptural pieces references their legends.
This sculpture is made of stoneware and embroidery thread. size 12.5" x 6.5" x 5" Price $330.00

The back view of Navajo Changing Woman - At the end of four days, Changing Woman went to the top of Ch'oolii and met the Sun, who asked her to come away and make a home for him in the West. The story is beautiful and worthy of learning more. This is one of a series of Navajo Women I have researched and created sculptural pieces references their legends.
This sculpture is made of stoneware and embroidery thread. size 12.5" x 6.5" x 5" Price $330.00

Spider woman ( can be partnered with Navajo Changing Woman as a set) - This piece represents several aspects of the Navajo live style and beliefs. The Navajo women traditionally wore woven skirts and loose tops with belts and thread-like decorations. This sculpture represents the weaving of the women did based on the Spider Woman legend. The details at the top, represent the conch shell belts and decorations they wore. The loosened ties represent modern day freedom from the confines of small minded classifications of women's role in society. This is made of stoneware, glaze, waxed natural fibers and embroidery threads. Size is 12.5" x 6.5" x 5" Price $330.00 includes shipping cost.

side view of Spider Woman - This piece represents several aspects of the Navajo live style and beliefs. The Navajo women traditionally wore woven skirts and loose tops with belts and thread-like decorations. This sculpture represents the weaving of the women did based on the Spider Woman legend. The details at the top, represent the conch shell belts and decorations they wore. The loosened ties represent modern day freedom from the confines of small minded classifications of women's role in society. This is made of stoneware, glaze, waxed natural fibers and embroidery threads. Size is 12.5" x 6.5" x 5" Price $330.00 includes shipping cost.

3/4 View of Spider Woman - This piece represents several aspects of the Navajo live style and beliefs. The Navajo women traditionally wore woven skirts and loose tops with belts and thread-like decorations. This sculpture represents the weaving of the women did based on the Spider Woman legend. The details at the top, represent the conch shell belts and decorations they wore. The loosened ties represent modern day freedom from the confines of small minded classifications of women's role in society. This is made of stoneware, glaze, waxed natural fibers and embroidery threads. Size is 12.5" x 6.5" x 5" Price $330.00 includes shipping cost.

Navajo Changing Woman - This statuary represents the story of Changing Woman. Changing Woman went to the top of Ch'oolii and met the Sun, who asked her to come away and make a home for him in the West. She agreed on the condition that he would build her a house as beautiful as the one he had in the East, which her sons had told her about. "I want it built floating on the western water," she said, "away from the shore so that in the future, when people increase, they will not annoy me with too many visits. Give me animals to take along. Do all this for me and I shall go with you to the West." He promised all things to her. At Black Mountain the buffaloes broke from the herd and ran to the East; they never returned and are in the East still. Sometime later the elks went to the East and they never returned. After a while Changing Woman arrived at the great water in the West and went to dwell in her floating house beyond the shore. Here she still lives, and here the Sun visits her, when his journey is done, every day that he crosses the sky.
This piece is made from Waxed jute, stoneware clay. Price is $290

Navajo Spider Woman Spirit Bowl - This unique bowl represents The legend of the Spider Woman of the Navajo Culture. Spider Woman came down from the heavens to teach the Navajo Women to weave.
The center of the bowl holds the spirit of the creator of the bowl.
The piece is stoneware. Size is 9" x 3". Price $190

Navajo Spider Woman - This unique sculpture represents The legend of the Spider Woman of the Navajo Culture. Spider Woman came down from the heavens to teach the Navajo Women to weave.
The center of the bowl holds the spirit of the creator of the bowl. This piece is made of
stoneware clay. Price is $290.00

Double Bowl Brown and Tan Server with Carrying Handle - This uniquely created Double Bowled serving dish has two colors overlapping to create an interesting visual texture and feathering of color with the strikingly bold red orange swish of design to give it energy and movement. This ceramic piece allows for the convenience of serving 2 items that are related, such as, chip and salsa, peanuts and the empty shells, 2 salad dressings, etc. The small handle allows carrying with ease from one place to another. It's fun to use this item as a personal server, fill it up and then just carry it over to your lounge chair and enjoy. Each piece is truly a one of a kind. Approx. 9"x3.5"x4" in size. $ 44.

Turquoise and Beige Double Bowl Server with Handle - This uniquely created Double Bowled serving dish has two colors overlapping to create an interesting visual texture and feathering of color with the strikingly bold red orange swish of design to give it energy and movement. This ceramic piece allows for the convenience of serving 2 items that are related, such as, chip and salsa, peanuts and the empty shells, 2 salad dressings, etc. The small handle allows carrying with ease from one place to another. It's fun to use this item as a personal server, fill it up and then just carry it over to your lounge chair and enjoy. Each piece is truly a one of a kind. Approx. 9"x3.5"x4" in size. $ 44.

Double Bowl Server with Handle - This uniquely created Double Bowled serving dish has two colors overlapping to create an interesting visual texture and feathering of color with the strikingly bold red orange swish of design to give it energy and movement. This ceramic piece allows for the convenience of serving 2 items that are related, such as, chip and salsa, peanuts and the empty shells, 2 salad dressings, etc. The small handle allows carrying with ease from one place to another. It's fun to use this item as a personal server, fill it up and then just carry it over to your lounge chair and enjoy. Each piece is truly a one of a kind. Approx. 9"x3.5"x4" in size. $ 44.

Teal and Creme Double Bowl Server with Handle - This uniquely created Double Bowled serving dish has two colors overlapping to create an interesting visual texture and feathering. This ceramic piece allows for the convenience of serving 2 items that are related, such as, chip and salsa, peanuts and the empty shells, 2 salad dressings, etc. The small handle allows carrying with ease from one place to another. It's fun to use this item as a personal server, fill it up and then just carry it over to your lounge chair and enjoy. Each piece is truly a one of a kind. Approx. 9"x3.5"x4" in size. $ 44.

Rich Blue Double Bowl Server with Handle - This uniquely created Double Bowled serving dish has rich Blue overlapping to create an interesting visual texture and feathering of color. This ceramic piece allows for the convenience of serving 2 items that are related, such as, chip and salsa, peanuts and the empty shells, 2 salad dressings, etc. The small handle allows carrying with ease from one place to another. It's fun to use this item as a personal server, fill it up and then just carry it over to your lounge chair and enjoy. Each piece is truly a one of a kind. Approx. 9"x3.5"x4" in size. $ 44.

This uniquely created Double Bowled serving dish has rich Blue overlapping to create an interesting visual texture and feathering of color. This ceramic piece allows for the convenience of serving 2 items that are related, such as, chip and salsa, peanuts and the empty shells, 2 salad dressings, etc. The small handle allows carrying with ease from one place to another. It's fun to use this item as a personal server, fill it up and then just carry it over to your lounge chair and enjoy. Each piece is truly a one of a kind. Approx. 9"x3.5"x4" in size. $ 44.

Turquoise Succulent Pot
Size - 4.5" x 2". The lovely glazes really compliment the green shades of succulents. $30 includes shipping

Serving Tray with Lovely Swirled Design
This tray with a separate dip type bowl. The glazing is a unique, one of a kind. Perfect for any gathering with friends or family. Dishware, microwave and oven safe. 9" in circumference with 2.5" bowl. Cost is $55 includes shipping.
Serving Tray with Lovely Swirled Design
This tray with a separate dip type bowl. The glazing is a unique, one of a kind. Perfect for any gathering with friends or family. Dishware, microwave and oven safe. 9" in circumference with 2.5" bowl. Cost is $55 includes shipping.
Serving Tray with Separate Matching Bowl
Such a lovely blend of glazes to create a beautiful serving tray with a side dip bowl. This stoneware is strong, dinnerware, microwave and oven safe. You or whom ever you gift it to, will use over and over again. The size is 9" and bowl is 2" X 2.5". sold
Blue and Cream Serving Tray with Attached Dip Bowl
A Beautiful and Uniquely wheel thrown serving tray and bowl with unique overlapping pattern and Red, orange accent. This lovely piece will be a useful addition to your party serving needs. A great gift for a housewarming, wedding, or birthday for friend or family. The glazing is lovely to look at. Size is 9" round and 2" high. This work of art is dishwasher, dinnerware and microwave safe. It will become a staple when entertaining! sold
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Small Serving Tray with Detachable Bowl
Very unique glaze work! Great for serving chips and dips, etc. This piece is created from dishwasher, dinnerware, microwave and oven safe stoneware and glazes. Size 8" x 2". Price $40. (includes shipping)