Tag Archives: sous-potter

March 6

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Rae

It is cold today.  March is a potluck of weather conditions.  But I don’t mind working in the studio when it is cold if I run the heater, have warm throwing water, and the clay isn’t cold.  Cold clay gives … Continue reading →

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Sous-Potters

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Rae

“Throwing pots is fun; throwing pots with friends is great fun.” – Me I love making pots and having a friend to share the fun with is even better.  Julie and I are partners and friends.  And, so are Tori … Continue reading →

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Summer Luxuries for a Potter

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Rae

Summer in eastern NC is relentlessly hot and humid.  Although I love going out to the studio in the morning in my p.j.’s and working until after 8 in daylight, it is hot and I long for the cool autumn … Continue reading →

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Longer Days

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Rae

In eastern NC, spring is filled with yellow, pine pollen and it seems to be overtaken by summer heat very quickly.  So spring isn’t one of my favorite seasons.   But, since I have been ‘potting’, my appreciation of this time … Continue reading →

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What’s new in the studio….

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Rae

There is a new Sous-Potter at Firetower Studio West!  Last week, Julie adopted  a 3-year old shepherd-mix from a rescue group.  Tori is very sweet and is adjusting to her forever-home very well.  Braum and I are excited about our … Continue reading →

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Consequences of a Hurricane and a Canceled Show

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Rae

I didn’t get to see my very good friends who live in Cary. I spent the day reading. My dad had a generator on stand by for me so I could power my wheel even if the electricity went out. … 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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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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