Functional and Collectible Clay Objects
Departing from curiosity, I aspire to heighten awareness of everyday sensorial experiences, highlighting what incited a question or reaction. It is curiosity which invites me to explore memory and emotions, finding a sensual language in the lights and shadows of malleable white clay.
A community based studio serving the Toe River and surrounding area. We have several artists that call our studio home! Memberships (studio space), classes, private instruction and parties are available! Now with a Co-op gallery / gift shop!
One of a kind, organically shaped stoneware with fanciful sgraffito design. Also a line of understated, functional glaze-work. Learned pottery making in Japan. My work is available at two locations in Asheville's River Arts District. Please see my website for details.
Whimsical ceramic fish that hang on the wall. Available at the Kress Emporium in Asheville, NC.
I am compelled by the sensation of seeing things fresh. As if waking, for the first time. The flora & fauna surrounding my studio continues to surprise me. My desire is to create something that might also bring its observer to a place of discovery.
We make a series of lamps and other decorative items. All pieces are hand built with slabs, hand carved, and fired with ash glazes.
Doe Ridge Pottery, established 1978, has its gallery in Downtown Boone selling exclusively local pottery from the High Country. It is the home to 18 exceptional Potters including Bob Meier, the owner and master Potter for Doe Ridge Pottery.
Pottery for us is a way of life. A lifestyle we cherish greatly. We strive to make each final piece the best it can be. Taking great care and consideration to each material, process, tool and technique that we use. We give our all into our craft and in doing so some part of us goes into the work as well.
In-home studio. Ceramic pottery designed functional as well as creative. Wheel-thrown and slab-built. Variety of work, mugs, bowls, and plates as well as phone holders and sculpture. Jug heads and planters.
