This was it. First heard about this picture and few words from friends on Facebook published on the front page of the Carolina Living Section in the Charlotte Observer on Sat. Dec. 7. It was a surprise because I had no clue about this and unfortunately, didn't have much inventory. Quickly learned of the interest in folks purchasing bowls and well, realized there's no way I can make more by Christmas with the commitments I have on my calendar. I did have a dozen or so at the GiftShop at Christ Episcopal Church, Charlotte which was the original contact and got the story to happen in the first place. So, later today I'll go buy some more clay and begin to make some more bowls for delivery in early January. People have been contacting me on Facebook asking for bowls- and so I have just a few left. It's been a fun whirlwind which has inspired me to make more and more bowls…. and pottery in general.
Meanwhile, this is my remnant and proof of my visit to Tracey Broome's studio. Absolutely gorgeous. I finally made it there! Had to wear this the next day- it's simply beautiful and I love it. And well, I have lots to learn in the picture taking category so it's best to go to Tracey's blog
here to see great pictures and pottery.
A few remaining teabowls that are glaze firing as I type. Will spend the rest of the day in the pottery world- buying more clay…. and updating my etsy store adding a few pieces to it. Also need to organize the paperwork and business part of all this. Even so, I must say that I absolutely love all this! If only I could do it full-time.
Two remaining bowls that I have…. for purchase. They're firing now. Have to make many more of these in the new year. I remember one of my instructors saying…. the more you make of one form, the better you are at making other forms. I've found this to be so true. It already takes lots less time to make bowls than it used to. Thanks for reading and your patience in me being away for awhile. One of my goals over Christmas is to update this blog. Thanks too for all your comments!
2 comments:
How wonderful Amy, You are famous! Finding yourself in the newspaper like that is just the encouragement that you need. How good that people are contacting you and asking for bowls, I am so pleased for you.
Lovely that you were able to visit Tracey Broome's studio. What fun to see a studio in reality that you have previously just seen on a blog!
Hope that you have a really Happy Christmas and a great new year.
Px
Good for you! How great to see your work in the paper!
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