Today we’d like to introduce you to Wyatt Little.
Hi Wyatt, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I went to school for product design, but my heart always leaned more toward art and sculpture. I loved creating and problem-solving through design, but I missed the tactile, hands-on part of making. So I decided to commit myself to ceramics. My great aunt gave me her kiln, and about a year later, I was sending my ceramics to people all over the world. Twelve years later, I’m still doing what I love.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
One of the biggest challenges has been finding balance between creating and handling the day-to-day work of running a small business. I could happily spend all day making, but the emails, spreadsheets, and logistics are what keep everything moving. Another hurdle has been putting my work out into the world—I tend to get caught up in wanting everything to feel “ready.” I think a lot of creative people wrestle with that kind of perfectionism. Lately, I’ve found that setting aside dedicated days just for photography helps me move past it and share more freely.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’ve always thought of myself as a 2D artist first. I find endless inspiration in the colors and compositions I notice in everyday life. My phone is full of thousands of photos, organized by color, texture, and form. I’m constantly studying them and drawing ideas from those little visual moments. Another big part of my work is connecting with my own past in a broader, more emotional way—so that others can feel that same sense of nostalgia too.
What are your plans for the future?
I love playing with scale. There’s something special about creating small pieces that people can live with and enjoy in their homes every day. But I also love translating those same ideas into large-scale works—seeing how they transform and take on new meaning as public art. I plan to keep exploring both ends of that spectrum, making the little things and the really big things.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://wyattlittle.com
- Instagram: @wyatt.little
- Facebook: /wyattlittledesign
