Ceramic artist Daniela Kouzov presents a portfolio of altered vessels and sculptural pieces inspired by nature. Visit her website to see more of her work.
![Hand thrown contemporary vase with hand cut leaves by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Serenity-in-Motion-500px.jpg)
“Serenity in Motion” White Clay Body with Glaze, 10.5” x 8” x 13”
From a very early age, I was exposed to and encouraged by my parents to experiment with various forms of art. I drew, took dance classes, and was part of a performing drama group.
![3 views of a contemporary bowl by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Extra-Large-Textured-Bowl-Collage-500px.jpg)
From Top to Bottom: “Contemporary Bowl with Texture” Brown Clay Body with Glaze, 11” x 7” x 21.5”
After I obtained a college degree in Art and Design from The Art and Design Institute in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, I decided to make a career change and switched to business. It was the practical thing to do, as many of my artist friends struggled to support themselves.
![Contemporary ceramic bowl by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image-16-500px.jpg)
“Contemporary Bowl with Texture” (Overhead View) Brown Clay Body with Glaze, 11” x 7” x 21.5”
An opportunity to continue my business education in the United States brought me to Chicago, where I obtained an MBA from North Park University.
![Contemporary ceramic ribbon sculpture by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Spilled-Blue-Dreams-collage-600px.jpg)
“Spilled Blue Dreams I” Ribbon Bowl, Brown Clay Body with Glaze, 10” x 6.5” x 15.5”
Regardless of the business direction my life took, art continued to be a big part of my life. So, after putting my art career on hold for twenty-five years, I took a ceramics class. That was a turning point in my life.
![Contemporary ceramic bowl by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image-24-500px.jpg)
“Contemporary Decorative Bowl” White Clay Body with Glaze, 8” x 6.5” x 9.5”
I have been actively pursuing ceramics for almost three years now. Clay is an incredible medium to work with and I enjoy the journey it has taken me on.
![Contemporary ceramic vase with leaf pattern by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Serenity-500px.jpg)
“Serenity” White Clay Body with Glaze and Glass, 13” x 16” x 13”
I like to implement nature in my art and I draw inspiration from it. Leaves, flower-like elements, clean organic forms—they are all present in my work.
![Contemporary ceramic bowl by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image-21-500px.jpg)
“Secret Meeting” Brown Clay Body with Glaze, 6” x 6” x 11.5”
I love the fact that clay allows me to create art that possesses dynamic motion and direction. With every piece I try to create movement.
![Contemporary ceramic vase with attached orbs by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Vase-with-hollow-orbs-from-above-500px.jpg)
“Vase with Hollow Orbs I” White Clay Body with Glaze (Overhead View) 9” x 15.5”
There is a surprise at every angle and no side is the same. Just as life is constantly changing, I want my art to represent this change.
![Contemporary ceramic vase with attached orbs by Daniela Kouzov](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/vase-with-hollow-orbs-4500px.jpg)
“Vase with Hollow Orbs II” White Clay Body with Glaze, 9” x 15.5”
I like to work in a larger scale, implementing both wheel throwing and hand-building techniques when creating my art. I like to work large. Large ceramic pieces are like large canvases—they provide more room for expression.
![Artist Daniela Kouzov at work in her studio](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Webp.net-resizeimage-30.jpg)
Artist Daniela Kouzov at work in her studio
My style is still evolving and I cannot wait to see what I create in one, five or ten years. I am so looking forward to the journey that is ahead of me!
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