Aubrey Maurer is an artist based in Lancaster and Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. Specializing in abstract ceramic sculpture, her hand-built, unglazed stoneware pieces blend organic and abstract elements to evoke both physicality and earthy elegance. Inspired by nature, her work translates natural shapes into unique, organic forms, aiming to deepen viewers' emotional connection with the environment.

Aubrey's art reflects her commitment to nature, as she experiments with how her sculptures interact with their surroundings and embraces the idea that nature will eventually reclaim them. By moving away from traditional gallery spaces, she makes her work accessible to all, celebrating the beauty of imperfection and complexity in both her art and the natural world.

Aubrey holds a BFA in Fine Arts with a minor in Art History from the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (2022) and has participated in a residency program and solo exhibition at Millersville University (2022-2023).

EW: When did you start your artistry and what inspired you?

AM: My artistic journey began in my childhood, where I'd explore a variety of art materials and transform everything encountered. As I grew older, my connection to nature deepened, and my passion for the natural world increasingly influenced my work. Inspired by the landscapes around me. I’ve found endless ideas for my abstract ceramic sculptures in the environment I observed.

EW: If you were to create an art piece inspired by your favorite snack, what would it look like?

AM: An art piece inspired by my favorite snack, I start by creating a large sculpture similar to the ones on display but made out of chocolate so I can eat it later. 

EW: If your art could speak, what’s the first thing it would say?

AM: It would definitely say Hi, my person has just sculpted me into a beautiful work of art. I can’t wait to see what the rest of the world has in store for me. 

EW: If your art studio had a theme song, what would it be and why?

AM: I don't believe my studio would have a theme song but genre of music absolutely It would a mix between classical and low-fi music

EW: What’s your go-to guilty pleasure that helps you get through creative blocks?

AM: My guilty pleasure during a creative block is just simply learning about other artists during the break, and becoming inspired by their work, which usually that inspires me to create new work. 

EW: Do you have any advice that you would like to share for a creative that is going through a block?

AM: Best advice: Don't stop making art—create for fun, without putting too much pressure on yourself. Sometimes, it’s important to find inspiration in the ever-changing and imperfect aspects in life itself. Which can lead to some extraordinary outcome in your art making