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The clay drying process is one of the most crucial parts of the ceramic process to get right. Not paying … Read More

For as long as I can remember, I have been a collector of all manner of things. To me, the … Read More

Porcelain can be worked like other clays, but when fired can reach a state of extreme whiteness, becoming vitreous and … Read More

It’s Thanksgiving Day here in the United States, and since Thanksgiving usually involves getting together with loved ones and eating … Read More

Switching to a porcelain clay body may seem like an easy enough thing to do, but if you’ve ever worked … Read More

Working with multiple forms, either of the same shape or slight variations of the same shape, offers a playful improvisational … Read More

Carving can be nerve wracking for many. Two steps to help you gain confidence in carving are learning what your … Read More

There are many, many ways to put lines onto pots – carving, fluting, painting, drawing – but, I have to … Read More

My current work is inspired by the complex and gorgeous mandalas found in Eastern religions. Traditional mandala designs are circular … Read More

I’m currently using a combination of mishima, paper stencils, and sgraffito on my work. I’m inspired by human interaction with … Read More