Monthly Archives: November 2010

Steven Hill Workshop

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Rae

Julie and I recently had the pleasure of attending a workshop conducted by Steven Hill.   I love his work – soulful, warm, and inviting.  It is what I seek to impart to my pots. Standard Ceramics in Pittsburgh, PA hosted the … Continue reading →

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Sous-Potter Smack

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Rae

Braum is my sous-potter; but, he works at Firetower Studio East.  The sous-potter in residence at Firetower Studio West is Smack.  His duties are varied.  He hunts grasshoppers and keeps the neighborhood Siamese cat away from the studio.  He is … Continue reading →

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Pottery Booth

Posted on November 18, 2010 by Rae

A consequence of making pottery is having an abundance of pots.  Initially, friends and family are the depositories for the surplus.  But, then even they can become inundated with mugs and bowls.  The next step is to sell them. Julie … Continue reading →

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Tea for Two

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Rae

I love to give gifts. But, making gifts for some one special is even more fun.  While I plan and make the gift, I find myself thinking about and praying for whomever I am making the special pot. I recently … Continue reading →

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85 Pounds

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Rae

I spent yesterday mixing glazes – not the most exciting aspect of pottery.  Julie and I use commercial glazes and we order them in dry form.  We recently ordered several of our primary glazes, which I had to mix so we … Continue reading →

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Sous-Potter out sick

Posted on November 7, 2010 by Rae

This week had some drama in it.  On Wednesday, Braum and I went to work.  Braum is my sous-potter but he also moonlights with me at my day job.  All of a sudden, he started to act as if he … Continue reading →

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Company in the Studio

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Rae

I spent most of October filling orders and making gifts.  This is gift season.  Not only is Christmas looming large, but, it is birthday season in my world.  All this means is I have lots of gifts to finish in … Continue reading →

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