Artwork copyright Carol Gouthro. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1991.

Artwork copyright Carol Gouthro. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2013.

Artwork copyright Carol Gouthro. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2013.

Artwork copyright Carol Gouthro. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2013.

Artwork copyright Carol Gouthro. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Vase, 1991

Carol Gouthro
American Canadian (born 1952)

Location: Spanaway Lake High School, Spanaway

About the Artwork

This vase by ceramic artist Carol Gouthro is an example of her hand-built terra cotta artworks that are formed and glazed with landscape imagery. With handles formed to resemble branches and overlapping, colorful leaves, this piece evokes the mood of an overgrown forest.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Bethel School District.

About the Artist

Seattle-based ceramic artist Carol Gouthro creates sculptural vessels that explore natural forms, patterns, and textures.
Gouthro was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Ceramics from the University of Manitoba School Of Art in 1976. Shortly after graduating, she moved to Seattle and began working at Pottery Northwest as a studio artist for the next 7 years. Gouthro has worked as a practicing studio artist and ceramics instructor for over 35 years. Her artworks are included in many books, museums, and private collections.