Snow, Ice, Rain and Cold.... I'm trying to get back to work!

So, we have had one storm after another and we are expected to have another one today.  We had big flakes of snow and now the rain has just started.  The tempature is actually 38 degrees and feels nice outside.  Let's hope everything is still standing after this storm (and the next two which are scheduled to come, too).  Yes, we have had someone clear the barn roofs and the garage roof.  Time will only tell.  Let's hope for the best!  At least, Mia has enjoyed the cold and most of the snow...

Upcoming Events:  Wesleyan Potters
I have two workshops at Wesleyan Potters.  The first workshop will be this Friday, February 11th and the second workshop will be Friday, February 18th.  Both workshops will be on decoration of your pieces.  I encourage everyone to bring at least six (6) bisqued pieces with them to the workshop.  As you can see from the picture (above), I have my pieces bisqued and ready for the workshops.

Back to Work!
I have a kiln load almost ready to glaze and then fire (see photo above).  I'm still throwing a few more items - because, both Gina and I believe we do not have enough (see photos below).  What do you think?

Stay Warm and Be Safe.  Below are some pictures of the farm taken today.

David

 

Throwing a Vase (Video)

Okay, Gina just added one more video to YouTube!  Here is the link:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LArIkBv6pVo.

Enjoy!

David

Tumblers for Wesleyan Potters (New Video!)

I will be doing a short shop at Wesleyan Potters next month on decoration.  I will be showing students different techniques on how to decorate their pieces.  I have spent most of the day throwing and making pieces to demonstrate with for the short shop.  The newest video on YouTube ((http://www.youtube.com/user/1549GreatHillRoad?feature=mhum#p/a/u/0/iQkTkDUd08M) shows me hand building a tumbler.  I hope to see you at the short shop with your bisqued pieces! 

When:  February 11 & 18, 2011 from 10 am until 12 noon
Where:  Wesleyan Potters, Inc., 350 South Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457.
Office Hours:  Monday—Friday 9:00am - 3:00pm.
Office Phone:  860.347.5925

I hope you are staying warm!

David

Wesleyan Potters, I still have room in my Monday Class

I'm teaching on Monday and Wednesday mornings at Wesleyan Potters in Middletown.  I still have room in my Monday class.  My Wednesday morning class is full.  If you are interested in signing up, please contact Wesleyan Potters.  Here is the link:  http://www.wesleyanpotters.com/index.shtml.

Stay Warm!

David

Did you forget to sign-up for a Class?

I still have openings in my Tuesday evening class at Guilford Art Center. 

In this class I will teach students how to make pottery in a number of ways, both hand built and thrown. We will throw pots on the wheel that aren't round, slab build pots that aren't square, and glaze all of the work using color and pattern to make the pots sing with excitement. I will show a number of techniques that allow for the easy and expressive construction of pottery forms. No experience is necessary.

The class starts on January 11th and will go until March 1st from 6:30 pm until 9:30 pm.  Tuition is $260 and Member Tuition is $234.00. 

The link to Guilford Art Center is   http://www.guilfordartcenter.org/school.html.

I hope I will see you in class on Tuesday!

David

Happy Holidays!

Once, my third show weekend was over...I took a break to prepare for the holidays!  Hence, why there has been no new postings since December 2nd.  The picture above was taken after our "Blizzard of 2010".  And, the wreath below was made by Katie in Minnesota (thank you, Katie!). 

I have read one of the best books ever - Little Bee by Chris Cleave (thanks, Gina!).  In addition, I have made several bottle openers which I gave to family for the holidays.  They were in the New York Times for $20.  I made them free with wood on the farm and nails that were given to me.  They have been a big hit!

I have only been in my studio to check on the heat, to clear a path after the snow storm and to assist a few customers. I'm looking forward to getting back to work in the studio after the holidays.  It is my hope to work and expand upon my metal handle pieces in the new year (they all sold out during the show).

The gallery sign and pictures below are all after our "Blizzard of 2010".  I hope this posting finds you warm and excited for 2011.  Be safe and Happy New Year!

David

Wesleyan Pottery Field Trip to David's Home, Studio & Gallery...

On Wednesday, the potters from Wesleyan Pottery came for a visit.  We had sometime in the studio, gallery and a great lunch in the house.  What a great time!  Here are some pictures of us setting up for lunch.

David