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Linda Ricci, Side Door Pottery
Bremerton, WA
Email: riccilv@wavecable.com
Name of Studio:
Side Door Pottery
Studio Address:
Bremerton, WA
Website:
http://www.sidedoorpottery.com
Artist Statement:
I create functional ware for everyday use. My clay is porcelain, although I experiment with various other clays now and then. I like to illustrate on my pieces and feel porcelain gives me the smooth canvas I need for hand painting art.
Studio Description:
My studio used to be our garage. So far the cars don’t mind parking outside. It a small 20×20 bldg that I have filled up fast and could use more space. I am grateful to have this space and make the best of it .
What type of clay do you use?
Porcelain
What temperature do you fire to?
^ 5/6
What is your primary forming method?
Wheel throwing
What is your favorite surface treatment?
Slip trail and hand painting
Do you make any of your own tools?
Not yet
What one word would you use to describe your work?
Elegant
What is your favorite thing about your studio?
Slab roller
What is the one thing in your studio you can’t live without?
Wheel
What are your top three studio wishes?
Add More shelving
Find More time
Husband to build his own studio
What’s on your current reading list?
Novels
How do you save money on materials and supplies?
Reclaim clay, mix own glazes
How do you recharge creatively?
Look at Pinterest
Nature
Watch Pottery DVD’s
Do you have any DIY tips for studio efficiency?
Not yet
What challenges have you given yourself to overcome?
Altering forms
What did you first piece look like?
A little jug with the worst skinny handle. I still have it.
What ceramic superpower would you have and why?
Strength to throw more PQO43475pounds for bigger pieces
Who is your ceramic art mentor and why?
Lisa Naples. She has great pieces
What is your studio playlist?
Talk radio
Why do you create art?
Have always dabbled in art from a young age. It pleases me.
What is your best studio tip?
Tar paper for templates
If you could change one property of clay, what would it be?
Dust
