Production Pottery

by | Aug 26, 2011 | About Me, Multiples, Philosophy

As I was packing pottery for the forthcoming show (which was subsequently canceled), I was very surprised at what we have accomplished.  We made a lot of pots this summer – and multiples give me A LOT of satisfaction. While I was trying to make space for all the pots,...

Earthquakes, Hurricanes, and Glaze Loads, Oh My!

by | Aug 24, 2011 | About Me, Philosophy, Shows

The earth shook, Irene is coming, and the glaze load was a failure.   I guess a failed glaze load is inconsequential in the great scheme of things.  But it is quite a frustration.  Lazy Daze Arts and Craft Show is scheduled for this Saturday and from the weatherman...

Workshops Part 3

by | Aug 11, 2011 | About Me, Workshop

There are many pottery workshops available for all skill levels.   When no classes were available to me locally, I started attending a few workshops a year in order to keep acquiring skills.  Now I find them to to be opportunities for inspiration. This is the final...

Workshops

by | Aug 5, 2011 | About Me, Workshop

I began taking workshops as a means to supplement my pottery instruction.  After I exhausted the local resources, my options were limited because I knew I didn’t want to take classes at the university.  So I did two things.  First, I started throwing with other...

Lists and Plans

by | Jul 31, 2011 | About Me, Philosophy, Teaching, Workshop

It is Sunday evening and I am contemplating what I want/need to accomplish this week.  I am a consummate list maker so when a Sunday night falls on the eve of a new month, I can’t resist the compulsion to make another list. Lists help me clear my mind and to keep...