As I release this edition, I am deeply aware of the devastation caused by recent hurricanes that have affected countless communities. Our hearts at Studio Potter go out to all those who have experienced loss, displacement, and hardship due to these natural disasters. We extend our deepest… Read More

We are thrilled to announce two exciting opportunities designed to support your academic and professional growth: the launch of our new Internship Program and the sixth year of our Grants for Apprenticeship Program. These initiatives are tailored to empower you with the resources and experience… Read More

Grants for Apprenticeship Applications Open September 1st. The much-anticipated Grants for Apprenticeship Program will officially open the application process on September 1st. Apprenticeship is a studio-based, hands-on educational model that offers entry into a community of practice through the… Read More

I’m confident I’m not alone when I share that in the past years, I feel like I have taken on a heavier cognitive load – modern parenting, post-pandemic pivoting, politics, work, and studio practice. I feel like I must keep up with more information and make more crucial decisions than usual. Amidst… Read More

Our field, steeped in tradition, cherishes many sacred practices. As a traditionalist, I grapple with the notion of introducing artificial intelligence (AI) into our craft. It's like asking a leopard to change its spots. Yet, as a steward of all things wild, I'm drawn to the challenge. This month,… Read More

POSITION TITLE: Program Manager - Grants for Apprenticeship Flexible work week, 200 hours per year, remote   Salary:              $6,000 ($30 per hour @ no more than 200 hours per year)   Deadline: The application review will begin on June 17th. The position and application cycle will remain… Read More

Dear Readers - Dear Friends, Every great article starts with a single act, a step taken by someone who refuses to wait for others to lead the way. Today, I'm reaching out to you with an urgent call to action. In our clay community, there are countless individuals and communities in need of support… Read More

The snow is lazily falling outside my studio windows, while I listen to Toshiko Takaezu talk about the first time she saw snow in 1951. There is something thoughtful and candid about the way she tells her story. She acknowledges this by saying several times, "I don't know why I’m telling you all… Read More

Amid darkness and death and the worst things human beings can do to each other, ceramists can also see the light, cultivate the beauty, and feel the wonder and majesty of humanity. We can experience two truths. The stoic philosopher Epictetus would say “Everything has two handles, the one by which… Read More

This is going to be an uncomfortable conversation. It seems that humans are wired to seek certainty; to identify stable ground and stake a claim; to be unified and in accord. Although we are hard-wired to seek these values, I have yet to experience someone riding in with the “right answer" and… Read More