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Erika Sanada is a Japanese sculptor currently based in the USA. She creates ceramic creatures that surprise by their soft colors and lines and unsettling undertones. "My work reflects the weird and the creepy. I am fascinated with the dark side," she wrote on her website.
"In my current body of work, “Odd Things,” I’m using the ceramic medium to create my bizarre creatures. My animals have extra body parts such as multiple arms, legs, teeth, and ears. Clay allows me to create what’s in my head. A troubled childhood and constant “life” anxieties are all expressed in the series.”
These works can be best described as disturbing beauty. Take a look at some of the works below to understand why.
More info: Instagram | erikasanada.com
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Amaranthim Talon 7 years ago
"Listen, Mouse- I am not taking you anywhere at this hour- hit me up after my coffee, k?"
Aimee Turner 7 years ago
That dog reminds me of a Red Kelpie. I love how the mouses tale is part of the dog, they are two different creatures, yet the same. I would definitely buy this one.
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Amaranthim Talon 7 years ago
Yeah- maybe ripping your own tail off isn't such a good idea there, little nightmare pup... Cool your jets, dude.
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Amaranthim Talon 7 years ago
I am thinking he breathes life into them - right now they are clay needing anima- he is a Life Giver- That's my story and I'm sticking to it!
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Aimee Turner 7 years ago
"Do you wear your heart on your sleeve?" "Nah, I wear it out of my chest."
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Amaranthim Talon 7 years ago
Hey!!! Stay out of my goldfish pond, you rascal- Put those fishies back!
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TarnishedDreams 7 years ago
OOOOHHH WON"T YOU>>> STAY WITH MEEEEEE? BECAUSE YOU"RE ALL I NEEEEED
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Aimee Turner 7 years ago
The put downs and opinions of others soon become a part of you. Inescapable.
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TarnishedDreams 7 years ago
My mom's a potter/sculptor. I need to get her into this sort of thing.
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proud slytherin 7 years ago
don't get too close, it's dark inside, it's where my demons hide, it's where my demons hide
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Loyalty Limited 2 years ago
No, no, no, no, and no. And no, its not. God its frustrating being a fine artist.
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Aimee Turner 7 years ago
When you are helpful to those who need it, but really you caused it in the first place. He stole the birds wing. Fake help, to make you look good.
Loyalty Limited 2 years ago
You're talking about peeople who enjoy giving advise, and despise your success. Aka narcissists. But I think this is just about the cruelty of nature.
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What do you think ?
Abby Rexroth 7 years ago
I didn't think it was possible to make something cute and disturbing at the same time, of course, Tim Burton does it quite well also. :D
Sarah Brinsfield 7 years ago
I enjoy your body of work. What size is the average piece. I love the color blend and attention to detail. I feel like the images are out of order, though. Like the storyline is messed up.
Ali Cat 7 years ago
If you check her instagram @erikasculpture, you can see her holding some of them. They do look like they could be digital paintings, but they really are sculpture!
Load More Replies... Abby Rexroth 7 years ago
I didn't think it was possible to make something cute and disturbing at the same time, of course, Tim Burton does it quite well also. :D
Sarah Brinsfield 7 years ago
I enjoy your body of work. What size is the average piece. I love the color blend and attention to detail. I feel like the images are out of order, though. Like the storyline is messed up.
Ali Cat 7 years ago
If you check her instagram @erikasculpture, you can see her holding some of them. They do look like they could be digital paintings, but they really are sculpture!
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