Creatures in Clay
Finished sculpture
Glazed Octopus
Deep blue glaze and pale mottling across the head and curling arms.
Ceramic animals by Carol Schubert
Creatures
in Clay
Hand-sculpted animals, from the curl of an octopus arm to the sweep of a barn owl’s wings.
Explore the gallery01 / The gallery
From the studio
Finished sculptures and works in progress, photographed in and around the studio.
Finished sculpture
Fruit Bat
A hanging sculpture with folded wings and a textured face.
Studio work
Barn Owl
In progress on the workbench, with its wings spread for a dive.
Studio work
Grouper
A clay study of the fish’s broad mouth and ridged fins.
Studio work
Octopus in Clay
An unglazed view of the curled arms and individually shaped suckers.
Studio work
Seated Dog
A clay study with hand-textured fur and an upward gaze.
Wall art in progress
Octopus Wall Sculpture
Shown on the workbench before glazing, with curling arms and hand-shaped suckers.
More views from the workbench
02 / The artist
Carol Schubert
I sculpt ceramic animals in Largo, Florida. I’m drawn to the small details that make each creature recognizable, from the rows of suckers on an octopus arm to the shape of a barn owl’s face.
I’ll share finished pieces and purchase availability here as the collection grows.
For questions about a piece, email carol@creaturesinclay.com.