by Rae | Feb 20, 2013 | Creativity, How-to, Inspiration
February is in full swing. Last month, I was focused on closing out 2012 and preparing for 2013. But now, I am back in the studio and I have been enjoying the time working on various pot forms. But Julie wanted a little more structure and one of the things that...
by Rae | Jan 16, 2013 | Creativity, Inspiration
One of the benefits of working in clay is that I get to meet lots of creative people – and not just potters. I have met musicians painters, book binders, knitters, weavers, jewelry makers and many other craftspersons. The world is filled with interesting...
by Rae | Jan 9, 2013 | Inspiration
I know I benefit from setting goals. So to that end, I thought I would post a few suggestions for New Year’s Goals. Throw larger – I often hear potters discuss making larger pots. Try to double (or triple) the average size pot your throw well. For...
by Rae | Dec 26, 2012 | Holiday, Inspiration
One of the things I had hoped to accomplish this year was to make myself a set of Christmas dishes. I struggled most of the year to develop ideas. I came up with two designs. However, I didn’t make a full set. My new plan is to develop a new Christmas design...
by Rae | Nov 7, 2012 | Inspiration
To Everything (Turn, Turn, Turn) There is a season (Turn, Turn, Turn) And a time to every purpose, under Heaven – The Bryds One of the biggest challenges for me as a potter is getting ready for the holidays so far in advance. Although it is just...
by Rae | Oct 3, 2012 | Inspiration
“When you start creating for and in honor of those that have made a difference to you, your work changes.” Seth Godin During class, a potter was finishing a really cute lidded pot. The pot shape was adorable and the lid was a balanced complement....
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