by Rae | May 12, 2011 | About Me, Books, Philosophy, Uncategorized
“Throwing has a language all of its own; a pot can be read like a book and the story that it tells should be about the materials from which it is made and the character of the potter that made it.” – Phil Rogers I love pottery books – they offer...
by Rae | May 7, 2011 | A Bit Off Center, Selling Pottery
Today, we attended Peak Fest in Apex, our first craft show of 2011. It was a great show – beautiful weather, lots of people, good bands, and fun. Craft shows take a lot of preparation – planning, making inventory, pricing, packing, traveling, setting up,...
by Rae | May 4, 2011 | Craft Show, Glazes
Our first craft show of the year is quickly approaching. A Bit Off Center will be participating in Peak Fest in Apex, NC. And, we are very excited. To that end, we have been glazing… and glazing… and glazing. In April, we made lots of pots but waited to...
by Rae | Apr 29, 2011 | Multiples, Philosophy, Review, Scale, Tools, Uncategorized
I am often asked about what tools I recommend. And, I have been intending to write several entries highlighting the tools that I find most helpful. Tools are very personal and every potter’s kit is different. There are no perfect tools; and, acquiring tools...
by Rae | Apr 28, 2011 | Philosophy, Studio, Uncategorized
In 2008, my husband, father, and friends built me a studio. My dad has built several storage buildings so my studio is exceptional. I love it. It is 12×14 which doesn’t allow me the luxury of being messy. But, it is a wonderful place to work. Until I had a...
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