Even though the leaves are still green and the temperatures still hot, the days are getting shorter and fall will be here before we know it. I am very excited about creating harvest themed ceramics! My new projects for this year are wheel-thrown acorns, pumpkins, and gourds. Perfect for seasonal harvest arrangements and decor. The …
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Summer is Here
The hot and humid summer weather has finally arrived in the Catoctin Mountains where we live. Thank goodness my studio is in the basement where it stays cool and not too humid. The air conditions actually impact potters. We have to work with the clay differently to compensate for change in temperature and humidity. It …
So Much has Changed
The coronavirus has changed all of our lives. We have more studio time than ever because of the quarantine and travel limitations. So now we visit family via Zoom, use on-line shopping sites, and limit errands away from home. We are not attending any shows this year and have decided to just keep going with …
Let us Introduce Ourselves
Jim and I are the owners of Leaman Pottery, a cottage operation in the Catoctin Mountains. We suspect we live somewhere near Camp David but have never tried to determine exactly where Camp David is located. Its highly unlikely we would be invited in any event, so it really doesn’t matter! As an introduction to …
5 Part-time to Full-time Changes I to Love
With the holidays over and family obligations now at a minimum, my throwing schedule has taken on a new rhythm. I was thinking today of the things that make throwing pots on the potters wheel as a full-time clay artist more enjoyable than working at clay part-time with the responsibilities of a full time job …
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Wonderful Day in the Studio
Spent a great day in the studio today. Everything out of the kiln was perfect and I actually managed 3 out of 3 double chip and dip bowls without any cracks. This is a first. I think I have finally mastered the assembly of this piece. They seem to make great wedding gifts. Started on …
New Offerings for Spring!
Here are the glazed brie bakers, colanders, berry bowls and mugs for this spring. We have decided to open an Etsy shop as well as show my work in the Little Pottery Shop. The new owner of the Little Pottery Shop, Dana, is keeping me busy with French Butter keepers and berry bowls as it …
New Owner at Little Pottery Shop
The new owner at the Little Pottery Shop has sold a canister set that had been “hidden” on the back of a shelf for 3 years. He has painted and redesigned the displays and sales have picked up. Of course the weather has helped tremendously now that the very short spring and summer have arrived. Have …
Throwing Again!
After a very long winter, surgery, rehab, and taking care of my Mom, finally throwing again this spring. Spent a fabulous day in the studio yesterday making brie bakers and French Butter keepers. Hope to have them glazed by next weekend. Have a large number of mugs glazed and ready for the last fire along with …
Fresh Starts 2014
After several joint set-backs, I am now “fixed” with new hip and new back. I have discovered a winning glaze combination and I am currently in the process of throwing a whole set of dishes and serving pieces for myself. I have also been asked to join the Pottery Guild of Frederick and will be …
