Artist Statement
Numerous ancient philosophies teach us we should live in harmony with the natural world.  As I return to my studio full time, I strive to create a beauty from the discarded in my search for this harmony.  My current series explore both metal and clay remnants.  Some I have collected and saved throughout years of creating while others evolve as I immerse myself in new processes and exploration.  

In our current fast paced world, I hope to inspire viewers to slow down and contemplate the Spirit of Creation while at the same time, recycling, repurposing and reusing.

EDUCATION
2004 - MEE, Wilmington University, Delaware.
1982-1983 - Independent Ceramic Studio, University of Delaware, Victor Spinski
1982 - BFA, St. Mary's College, Minor:  Art History.
1979-1980 - Art History Study in Rome, Italy.

PUBLICATIONS
Designing for the Table, Michael Wolk, 1992.
Craft Arts International, Australia; Portfolio No 97, “Colleen Zufelt”, 1992.
Best of Pottery, 1996, Rockport Publishers, Inc.
The Ceramic Design Book, 1998, Lark Books.
Wheel-Thrown Ceramics,1998, Lark Books.
The Hunt, “X-Girls”, Art with Susan Myers, Oct/Nov 1999.

AWARDS
2020-Teacher of the Year, Henry B duPont Middle School.
2014 - State of Delaware Middle Level Art Educator.
2011 - State of Delaware Howard Pyle Art Educator Award.
1994 - Arts in Education Residency, St. Ann’s School, Delaware State Arts Council.
1992 - Established Artist Fellowship, Delaware State Arts Council.
1990-1991 - Artist in Residence, Boys and Girls Clubs, Wilmington, DE.
1986, 1989 - Artist in Residence, Wilmington Arts Commission.
1986 - Emerging Artist Fellowship, Delaware State Arts Council.

Ms. Zufelt spent over 15 years  exhibiting full time  in numerous craft shows and galleries throughout the US,  including the American Craft Council Shows and Rosen Group Buyers of American Crafts.  She  stepped away from her studio to teach art in private and public schools for the next 25 years. Having retired in  2020, she is returning to her studio practice full-time. Check back for news and updates!!

CONTACT:
Colleen Zufelt
@colleenzufelt
zufeltdesigns@hotmail.com