Move Over Tiles, the Buttons Have Arrived!

During Open Studio time this afternoon, a friend joined me and started to make some buttons. Fall, winter and school related motifs were stamped into dozens of round shaped buttons. In the past, this friend has made many a buttons and today was no exception. By dinner time, and after a few glasses of wine,… Continue reading Move Over Tiles, the Buttons Have Arrived!

Tiles Are Taking Over the Studio!

During Open Studio Time, a few students have decided to tile the back splash of one of their kitchens! This is a very ambitious project and this dynamic duo has done a great job making their tiles. In two afternoons they completed 155 tiles. Every flat space, board and rack in the studio have these unique tiles… Continue reading Tiles Are Taking Over the Studio!

Boats in the Studio

I’ve been working on a series of boat shapes. I work intuitively and this is the shape that developed. Each form is textured, stained and glazed. I’ve build them from red and white clay and experimented with chalks, watercolors and stains. All the different sizes also make these shapes unique for display.These pieces are a… Continue reading Boats in the Studio

Pottery Classes

Students will focus on developing beginning wheel throwing techniques to make several functional forms such as bowls, cylinders and mugs. Glazing and firing projects are included in last class session. All glazes for functional pottery are food, microwave, dishwasher and oven safe. Class includes 25 lbs of clay, extra may be purchased. Skill level: Beginner Cost:… Continue reading Pottery Classes

Girls Night Out!

Bring a friend and experience clay! Students will design and hand build clay tiles, ornaments, bowls or create something unique by using a slab roller and molds in the first session. During the second class, students will glaze projects. Classes are held on Thursday/Friday after 6:00 p.m. Saturday or Sunday classes are available in the a.m. or p.m. Flexible schedule is available,  so please call for specific… Continue reading Girls Night Out!