The List

The List

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...
New Year’s Goals for Creatives

New Year’s Goals for Creatives

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...

To Everything Turn, Turn, Turn

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...

For love and pottery

“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....

External Motivators

There are ways I can stimulate creativity – work, think, engage with inspiration, give myself a challenge, or solve a problem.  Although the first four actions are self induced; solving a problem is often due to something outside my control (like how to save a...