Goertzen Pottery

I recently built a soda kiln and have been captivated by the new possibilities of color and texture it creates. My tried and true glazes come to life in astonishing ways in this kiln atmosphere. These results have led me to rediscover old forms, and nudged me into new forms. I am excited to share with you the pieces that are emerging from this practice.

I began work as a full-time potter in 1989 after studying art at Bethel College in North Newton, Kansas. I have been making pots ever since, learning from my successes, failures, and from those of other artists. My work has been distributed through all fifty states and has travelled to all seven continents.