By Allie Dagg
Arts Reporter
Though only a sophomore at Newton South, Jackson Fyfe has made quite a name for himself as a ceramics prodigy.
Fyfe’s intense passion for working with clay has been with him for years and has a special familial connection.
“I got into ceramics because of my grandmother,” Fyfe said. “She taught me at a very young age and I have continued ever since that.”
When Fyfe came to Newton South, he was clearly more advanced in the ceramics department than any of his teachers had anticipated a freshman would be. Despite this, Fyfe says that his peers are still able to give him inspiration and new knowledge that help him with his creative process.
“At Newton South I am able to get support,” Fyfe said. “This has helped boost my skills, experience, and knowledge of the art.”
Fyfe’s past knowledge of wheel throwing and clay also serves as a resource for his fellow ceramics peers. Fyfe’s classmate Lucy Kim said that Fyfe recently introduced the class to a new type of glaze, along with other innovative ways to finish new pieces.
“He recently introduced us to sodium silicate, which makes the clay look crackled,” Kim said. “He also introduced us to do something called the chopstick box. He brings more creativity into the room and we can try a lot of new things thanks to him.”
“Ceramics to me is a way that I can forget all of the stresses of the day,” Fyfe said. “It helps me unwind before I go home from school.”
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