Pine Springs Pottery

Each piece of Pine Springs Pottery starts as a lump of clay. I hand throw every one individually on the potter's wheel to make the desired shape. After being cut free from the wheel, the handles or other parts are attached. Then each piece must be left to air dry completely. The pots are all dipped in a subtle gray base glaze and hand painted each with one of my signature designs.

Using a reduction firing method to 2300 degrees, the otherwise fragile elements mature rich in color and texture and strong enough for everyday use. After the kiln has slowly cooled, each piece is sanded on the bottom for a smooth finish. There are many variables in the pottery process. Some variations in size, shape, color and decoration are natural to handcrafted work and are a desirable mark of its authenticity.