I’m not sure whether I like setting the table more in anticipation of the meal that’s about to come or for the act of assembling pieces from my ceramic collection as a whole. I remember as a kid, all the plates matched and it was a very simple task: each place setting got a plate, a fork and a butter knife on a folded paper napkin, and a small glass tumbler. Read More

Pricing is a subject that many potters find confusing, especially new sellers. It’s not supposed to be easy, and there’s no formula. Proper pricing can be figured out over time. This is my approach. Read More

One of the characteristics of terra sigillata is the uniform opaque color created when it’s applied in multiple layers. As a result, this uniform color can flatten the volume of a given form or, conversely, the flatness of the terra sigillata color can be used to color block areas, highlighting the form. Read More