Karen Franzen is a ceramic artist who works primarily in white earthenware.
Her pots are user friendly and dishwasher safe.
Karen Franzen is a ceramic artist who works primarily in white earthenware. Her pots are user friendly and dishwasher safe.
"Within ceramic vessels I contain the notion of memory, ritual and tradition. My childhood memories are filled with images of sharing meals around the table. It is here that we rejoice, entrust, debate, confer, entrust and grasping that favorite vessel… ultimately make our life’s decisions." —Karen Franzen
"Within ceramic vessels I contain the notion of memory, ritual and tradition. My childhood memories are filled with images of sharing meals around the table. It is here that we rejoice, entrust, debate, confer, entrust and grasping that favorite vessel… ultimately make our life’s decisions." —Karen Franzen

About Karen Franzen

Karen Franzen was an honor’s graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design in 1989. She has been a professional ceramic artist since, creating energetic variations of traditional vessels, tile works, and place settings.

“With clay I allow myself to make playful, functional objects for everyday use which will hopefully bring a smile for all to enjoy.”

In addition to producing one-of-a-kind and production pieces for galleries, exhibitions, and private commissions she has also given invited lectures and workshops. She has taught classes at the Halliburton School of Art, The Toronto Board of Education as well as in her own studio.

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Events & Exhibitions

Karen Franzen & Friends 18th Annual Holiday Show
December 6,7,8
Friday 6pm-9pm, Saturday – Sunday 10am-5pm