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I was fortunate again this year to be invited back to Washington Catholic Elementary School’s Pioneer Day.   I did a post last year and said how much fun it was; and it really is fun to watch the students in … Continue reading →

Nothing better to start the day than to walk out the door and  be greeted by the sight of a beautiful stand of poppies, presenting their pretty petals to all who pass by, whether birds, insects, dogs or humans, I’m sure all take … Continue reading →

This weekend! Looking for some great art, great people and great music in a great historic town? Come to New Harmony Indiana’s “Arts in Harmony” event, rain or shine, in the Historic Ribeyre Gym at the corner of Tavern and … Continue reading →

Just got back from Arkansas firing an above ground, Groundhog wood kiln    with John Perry and Judi Munn, two of the nicest folks you’d ever want to meet.   John and Judi are the potters at the Ozark Folk Center … Continue reading →

When firing a salt glaze kiln, what one needs is salt, salt, salt! My friend Beth Mohr, who I’ve mentioned before, built a salt kiln a few years ago and luckily, for me, lives very close; close enough to haul pots … Continue reading →

Indiana’s Premier Art and Food Experience will be happening at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis on Saturday March 31, and Sunday April 1.  10-6pm and 10-5pm respectively.    If you come, please stop by and visit, I will be in … Continue reading →

If you don’t know me, I feel obligated to tell you I am a folk potter.  I enjoy using my hands as tools, taking clay, and throwing it into pots or molding the clay into things to stick on pots.    … Continue reading →

Last March I talked a little about how pieces evolve around the studio and am always excited when someone challenges me to make something in a way I have not done before. “Only the wisest and stupidest of men never change.”  … Continue reading →

Early American redware is a tad peculiar when it comes to tableware; potters felt the need to say something, and say it on their wares they did!  Was it social commentary?  Was it useful?   Was it humorous?  Was it based … Continue reading →

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