Clayworks Claywork Fima

Clayworker's Perfect Tool

The Trattorina is also used by many clayworkers to roll thin sheets of clay, to give a crackled finish to metal leaf on clay, to make a continuous blend of two or more colors, and as an aid to conditioning fresh clay.

For more information, please contact Carol S. Zilliacus. Carol Steiman Zilliacus is an award winning Maryland artist, whose work is exhibited in many Washington D.C. area galleries. She brings all her talents and skills together as an artist working in polymer clay. Zilliacus' polymer clay paintings and jewelry reflect both her life experiences and inner thoughts. Her pieces are vibrant and joyous. Her works are in private collections throughout the United States. Polymer clay is a low fired acrylic materinal which has many qualities that allow artists unlimited design possibilities. Zilliacus is both artist and teacher. She encourages her students to develop their images and style and to stretch their creative horizons. She is on the faculty of the Corcoran Art School, Rockville Arts Place, MD, The Maryland College of Art and Design, Wheaton MD and The Paint Branch Studio, silver Spring MD, as well as many area art center. www.carolzilliacus.com