Joe Pintz: The Old Way
by Janet KoplosAlthough Joe Pintz’s pottery does not resemble any historical or cultural style, it draws on his experience as the child of German immigrants, particularly in regard to traditions and the centrality o…
Hare’s fur by Trevor Shearston
The work and rhythm of the potter provides an underlying authenticity for the novel, Hare’s Fur.
Inspired to Write
by Sebastian BlackieImagine in 10,000 years time, as the polar caps begin to refreeze, a piece of your work emerges from the receding waters. Perhaps, as in the past, the resilience of ceramics will make it the dominant…
Wrinkles tell the Story; The Patchwork Quilt of Life
This study found that Sindhi artisans who produce handcrafts are struggling to meet their daily needs and are not paid the amount they deserve. Due to a low level of education and exposure, it is beco…
Mary Law: Forthright
Mary Law is an urban potter who has long lived in a mixed residential-commercial neighborhood in Berkeley, California that includes a number of other ceramists. She was shaped by a workshop with Karen…