Pottery that matters for people who care.
The Fall Shows
The oaks in the mountains were trying to still hang on to the last of their leaves, they sold the last jug of cider up at Jayne’s Orchard, and light snowflakes were gently falling like feathers from … Read the rest
With the price of inflation going up and the cost of gas skyrocketing, I was forced to make a few changes and try new things to save money rather than raise prices at the pottery. One of those ways was … Read the rest
My Pottery Management Tools:
I spent the afternoon avoiding pottery to create worksheets and journal print-outs that you can clip into a three ring binder that should better help you track your clay journey.
I created PDF of each sheet … Read the rest
“Thereafter beginning from the left he poured drinks for the other
gods, dipping up from the mixing bowl the sweet nectar.
But among the blessed immortals uncontrollable laughter
went up as they saw Hephaistos bustling about the palace.
Thus thereafter … Read the rest
You Can Do It!
By firing a manual, you can get to know your kiln, better understand the firing process, and even manipulate the work by making changes to the firing schedule. This is good practice, especially for beginners learning
For the last few years I have been working with oxide stains and have enjoyed the results. I mostly use red iron oxide and back wipe it once applied to … Read the rest
Thanks to all of those who came out to the opening and attend the show, March 17th to April 14th at the Slanted Art Gallery in Montrose, Pa.
For those who were not able to make it to the show … Read the rest
Critical Tasks:
Trim bowls after waking up from working nights. Start throwing bakers while bisque kiln fires. <–Not completed
Secondary Tasks: Clean Studio <—Not completed
I worked 12 hours at the paper factory … Read the rest
Trimming Bowls Before Work – 2/26/2021
Critical Tasks: Trim bowls before work 12 hour nights at the paper factory. <– Completed
Secondary Tasks: Cover work so pots don’t dry out to fast. <—Completed
If I was living … Read the rest
A Wet Kiln Firing – 2/23/2021
Yesterday I had the day off from my job at the paper factory. At 8:00 am I went and filled 3 gas canisters at Tractor Supply because they charge by the gallon and not
