I remember saying that there would be an August firing...and it happened, just barely. Clay takes its time drying in high humidity. I'll say no more, other than it was nice for the sun to show up so I could get some outdoor photos. So, I do have images of new work to share; some pieces are special orders, some yet available. Let me know if something here is of interest to you. If nothing else, you know there's still some pottery getting made at WillowAK during this crazy summer of rain or shine in lengthy doses. Hope it's been a good summer for you!
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Tureen and matching ladle
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| Other ladle options |
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| Bunny in a bowl |
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| Hefty ladle |
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| Black and blues |
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| Neither one size nor shape fits all |
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| The people pots are back |
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| Considering a refire on this pale one |
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| I learned a lot from the fox pot |
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| Liking the new green glaze |
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| Tart tray, little pitchers, wee plates |
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| Bunny outside a bowl |
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| Don, how's the handle on the far right? |
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| A little whimsy...with fun results |
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Merlot or black cherry on the rim?
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| More black and blue...under cover and without cover |
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| Steph's lovelies |
For the "J" family
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| Need a double dipper gift? |
These two ladles became a little too cozy during the firing and are glazed together at mid-handle.
So, what creative use do you see for them? Swedish fish and M&Ms? Nuts and sunflower seeds? Snacks and water for a very small pet. Drinking vessels at double sinks? If you have an idea, do share. Otherwise, I'll be attempting Dremel surgery on these co-joined creations, and refiring to help hide their scars. That, I prefer to avoid. How do you see them being used, other than as a conversation starter?
(3/7/2022)...Today a friend decided this would be a fine conversation piece, with small plants in each ladle. There were some fun ideas shared as a group of us brainstormed. The end result is that this piece is headed to AZ to probably hold a couple of succulents and for sure to provide a story to tell and more conversation.)
Yes, Birch still delights and Zooms as much as we do.
Bye for now.
