Business Details
30 Years
experience
Handcrafted Pottery & Woodworks in Asheville
Salvaterra Pottery has been a cornerstone of artistic craftsmanship in Asheville, North Carolina, since 1996. Founded by Sue Hintz, a master potter with a lifelong passion for ceramics, and Randy Hintz, a skilled woodworker, our studio embodies decades of combined experience in transforming raw materials into functional art. Our expertise lies in creating handcrafted pottery and woodworks that blend aesthetic beauty with everyday utility, reflecting our deep-rooted commitment to quality and innovation. As a family-owned business, we prioritize personalized service, offering custom creations that resonate with individual tastes while maintaining rigorous attention to detail.Our work has earned national recognition through partnerships with galleries across multiple states, and our dedication to community engagement is exemplified through initiatives like the Empty Bowls Charity. With a physical studio in Weaverville, NC, and an online presence that reaches customers nationwide, we continue to share our artistic vision while upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Services
Pottery
Woodworks
Custom Orders
Pottery Classes
Gift Cards
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer nearly 30 years of combined experience in pottery and woodworking.
- Our custom creations are tailored to individual client preferences.
- We maintain partnerships with galleries across six U.S. states.
- Our family-owned business prioritizes personalized customer interactions.
- Our work has received national recognition through multiple retail partnerships.
What people say
Gorgeous mugs
Perfect size
Custom lamps beautiful
Great showroom
Secure packaging
Services
Pottery
Our pottery collection features functional and decorative pieces crafted from high-quality clay. Each item combines artistic design with practical use, including dinnerware sets, mugs, and specialized items like bacon keepers. Every piece undergoes meticulous glazing and firing processes to ensure durability and aesthetic appeal.
Woodworks
Handcrafted wood creations range from furniture to home decor items. Using sustainably sourced materials, our woodworking process emphasizes natural grain patterns and structural integrity. Products include custom lamps, serving trays, and decorative pieces that complement our pottery collection.
Custom Orders
We create personalized items tailored to client specifications. This includes custom-designed dinnerware sets, engraved pottery, and unique woodwork pieces. Our process involves collaborative design consultations to ensure each creation perfectly matches the client's vision and functional needs.
Pottery Classes
Hands-on instruction for aspiring potters in our Weaverville studio. Classes cover wheel-throwing techniques, glazing methods, and finishing processes. Sessions accommodate various skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists seeking to refine their craft under professional guidance.
Studio Tours
Guided experiences showcasing our creative process from raw materials to finished products. Tours include demonstrations of pottery wheel techniques, wood shaping, and glazing applications. Visitors observe how our artisans transform clay and wood into functional art pieces while learning about our history and techniques.
People
Sue Hintz
Studio Potter
Founder of Salvaterra Pottery since 1996, Sue combines functional design with artistic expression. Her work reflects decades of experience in ceramics, with pieces featured in galleries nationwide. She teaches pottery classes and continues to innovate in clay craftsmanship.
Randy Hintz
Master Woodworker
Co-founder specializing in custom wood creations, Randy brings technical precision to Salvaterra's offerings. His woodworking expertise complements Sue's pottery, creating a cohesive product line. He manages woodshop operations and collaborates on integrated design projects.
Questions
Can I order custom pottery pieces?
Yes, we create custom pottery items tailored to your specifications. Contact us to discuss your design ideas and requirements.
Do you offer pottery classes for beginners?
We provide hands-on pottery classes in our Weaverville studio suitable for all skill levels, including complete beginners.
Where can I find your work locally?
Our products are available in galleries across six states including North Carolina, Kentucky, and Massachusetts.
How are fragile items shipped?
We use secure packaging methods to ensure safe delivery of all fragile items, as confirmed by customer feedback.
What inspired your business name?
The name Salvaterra combines 'salvage' and 'terra cotta', reflecting our commitment to transforming natural materials into art.
Reviews (4)
Paul Channels
Jul 05, 2021
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What a delightful visit to Salvatore Potterya working studio and showroom. The best part: their willingness to custom make our plates, using a color design from other pieces on display.
Deb Kan
Jun 22, 2021
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This pottery shop is the best of WNC! The family is very nice and really listens to what you are looking for. I love their work. They are truly talented! Definitely worth a visit to their website or their shop if you are around Weaverville.
A. R.
May 25, 2021
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Wonderful products artfully done. We have given our entire family gifts from Salvaterra pottery. Everyone loves their mugs and dishes. We use our mugs every morning! Love Sues products and will order again soon. Highly recommend
Frank Hayes
May 19, 2021
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We asked Sue to make 2 custom-colored colanders for our granite island. They were delivered on time with the colors requested, and have exceeded our expectations. They are beautiful functional pieces of pottery.
