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Photo shoot
As I have developed into a potter, I have learned a lot of things - how to make pots, mix glazes, load kilns, recycle clay... But what I didn't think I would have to learn is how to have my picture taken. I am not particularly comfortable with having my photo taken...
Cultivating Creativity
Creativity is a concept that I have had to re-define. Initially, I thought you were born creative; and there is a lot of propoganda out there to support this mispreception. At this point in life, I realize that being creative is a form of problem solving that...
September 1st
There are signs all around that fall is almost here: Labor day plans are being made Mums are being planted Starbucks is selling Pumpkin Spice Lattes (not to me though - I don't like to dilute coffee's flavor with anything but cream) Kids are going back to school And,...
Inventory Maintenance
"I would rather be prolific than perferct." - Abel James Since the Bele Chere show, Julie and I have been throwing together when our schedules allign and independently at other times. This is our show season so we have pots to make. This is also the time of year...
I tumble for you, I tumble for you!
Confession - I love 80s music - and what potter couldn't love Boy George's anthem to tumbler? I love making mugs (as I have stated many times). But, sometimes I don't get the handles on before they dry and I am left with a tumbler. Every time this happens, I...
Keeping Pots Moist
I worked at a community art center for several years and I know how frustrating it can be to have a pot become too dry to finish. It is such a waste of effort. I encourage anyone whose studio is remote to transport pots in order to monitor drying time. You will...