Business Details
37 Years
experience
Handcrafted Stoneware Pottery by Sylvia Coppola
Duck Creek Pottery was founded in 1989 by Sylvia Coppola, a dedicated ceramic artist whose journey began in the 1970s during her studies at Western Carolina University. Specializing in handcrafted stoneware, each piece is created through wheel-throwing, hand-building, or a combination of techniques, ensuring no two items are identical. The pottery undergoes a meticulous process involving bisque firing, glazing, and high-temperature gas firing at approximately 2340F, resulting in durable, unique creations. Sylvia's expertise spans decades, with a career evolution from reduction firing to intricate glaze layering and textured designs inspired by her background in weaving and basketry.She emphasizes functional artistry through handles, feet, and form-altering techniques, while also sharing her knowledge through workshops on hand-building, glaze mixing, and marketing. The business reflects a commitment to artistic integrity, with every piece embodying the joy of creation and the legacy of traditional craftsmanship.
Services
Casseroles
Garden Pots
Mugs & Tumblers
Plates & Bowls
Tea Pots
Pitchers
Vases
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of ceramic artistry experience since 1989
- Each piece uniquely handcrafted using traditional techniques
- Specialized workshops taught by award-winning artist Sylvia Coppola
- High-fire reduction process ensures durable, one-of-a-kind pottery
- Texture-rich designs inspired by weaving and basketry heritage
Services
Handcrafted Stoneware
Each stoneware piece combines wheel-thrown and hand-built techniques with textured details. The high-fire reduction process at 2340F creates durable, functional art. Handles and feet are carefully integrated to enhance each form's aesthetic.
Custom Pottery Workshops
Workshops cover hand-building, glaze mixing, and marketing strategies. Taught by Sylvia Coppola at regional art centers, they blend technical instruction with creative development for aspiring ceramic artists.
Textured Ceramics
Unique textures created using handmade tools reflect Sylvia's background in fiber arts. This signature technique adds tactile and visual interest to functional pottery pieces.
People
Sylvia Coppola
Owner & Ceramic Artist
BFA graduate from Western Carolina University with 35+ years of ceramic experience. Specializes in high-fire reduction pottery and teaches workshops nationwide. Combines traditional techniques with innovative texturing methods.
Questions
What makes Duck Creek Pottery unique?
Each piece combines wheel-thrown and hand-built techniques with distinctive textures created using handmade tools, ensuring no two items are identical.
Do you offer pottery workshops?
Yes, we host workshops on hand-building, glaze mixing, and marketing at regional art centers and our studio in Indian Trail, NC.
What type of clay do you use?
We use durable stoneware clay fired at 2340°F, creating functional pieces that are both beautiful and long-lasting.
Can I customize pottery pieces?
While we don't offer custom orders, our collection includes various textures and glaze combinations to suit different preferences.
