As a young potter in the 1980s, I had the chance to go to Japan, and spent 3 years working in the studio of Yoshihiko Yoshida. It was there that I broadened my view, with chances to see old pots and to watch Yoshida working in the present. He threw on a kick-wheel, often working in series. It was always inspiring to see how freely he potted.

Now, 35 years on, I continue pottery in Oregon and am still inspired by memories of Japan. I try to organize my studio work so that I have an extended block of time to throw and trim pots, preferably 3 or 4 weeks. Working this way gives me the opportunity to work in series and relax into the forms.

In the past few years, I’ve become interested in making ovoid bowls, throwing a closed form on the wheel, trimming it, & then turning it sideways to cut in half. This usually results in 2 oval off-round bowls. In addition, I make a variety of ware for the table and vases for ikebana.

Studio visits available by appointment.