ARTIST STATEMENT I make screaming heads

I create figurative sculptures—screaming heads—that channel my visceral reactions to the cruelty and injustices people inflict upon one another. Driven by the challenge of capturing raw emotion in clay, my passion for sculpture began in childhood ceramics classes and has only deepened over time, fueled by the profound impact each piece can carry.

My current work is shaped by the frustrations I feel in response to global, national, and local conflicts, with a particular focus on issues affecting women. Every day brings new headlines that stir my outrage, yet as I mold the clay, I often find myself smiling. New ideas constantly emerge, and I’m compelled to bring them to life.

Through my art, I aim to spark conversation—allowing the clay to embody both beauty and the weight of these pressing issues. I hope my sculptures will captivate viewers, drawing them in with their form and expression, only to lead them toward a deeper reflection on the emotions and struggles that compel these figures to scream.

Sabrina Pratt is a Santa Fe, New Mexico-based ceramic artist whose work reflects a passion for design and handcrafted objects. Sabrina’s artistic path was complemented by a career in arts administration, during which she continued to explore ceramics. This blend of practical experience and artistic exploration led her to pursue formal education in the field, ultimately earning a Ceramics Certificate from Santa Fe Community College. In recent years she has expanded her artistic repertoire by studying figurative sculpture, which has allowed Sabrina to delve deeper into the human form and the narratives it can convey.