FaberSmith Press & Pottery

05/27/2026

This question comes up a great deal (in one way or another). I've discussed this at least twice in the past week, once with a 2-D artist and once with a customer. I'm solidly in the B camp. Then why do I have significant responses when I touch or use a pot that form my impression of its value to me? I absolutely believe we are all artists when we create. While I also agree that calling yourself an artist without the intention of understanding/improving your skills is missing the boat.

05/27/2026

A little work on littles.

04/22/2026

I didn’t know this but I feel this. If all things happen when they are supposed to, it is a glorious thing that just as AI is taking the last bites out of my career that I find an advocation so intrinsic to my nature. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DW3z8IJj6_8/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

04/08/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HGptrTJu7/

Now Hiring: Executive Director and Editor

POSITION TITLE:
Executive Director/Editor
Part-time (30 hrs per week) permanent, remote
Salary: $45k

STUDIO POTTER MISSION / VISION:
Operating as a resource and a communal voice, Studio Potter represents the multiplicity of contemporary and historical ceramics by:
Publishing exceptional and thought-provoking content
Strengthening and growing our community
Connecting artists, educators, collectors, curators, gallerists, critics, historians, and learners through narratives, interviews, and critical essays

POSITION SUMMARY:
Studio Potter is seeking a dynamic executive director and editor (ED) to serve as the leader and chief administrative officer of the organization, and an editor who will uphold the high quality of Studio Potter’s monthly content. Reporting to the board of directors, Studio Potter’s ED/editor acts as both the day-to-day manager and public face of the organization. The ED is the lead fundraiser and strategist, working with the board and board committees to develop and achieve the organization’s short-term and long-term goals. The ED must be equal parts administrator, fundraiser, editor, and advocate.

The ED is responsible for overseeing the organization’s finances and, working closely with the board, takes a leadership position in all development planning and implementation. The ED represents Studio Potter in its relationship with the field of ceramics, associations, and other institutions, and ensures that all actions and communications comply with policies and procedures set forth by the board. The ED furnishes appropriate support to the board, makes recommendations to the president and board as appropriate, and maintains confidentiality regarding all related matters.

How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter expressing your interest in the role and related experience, a resume or CV, three references, and a writing sample (if available) to [email protected].
Deadline: August 1, 2026
Start Date: Late Fall 2026

Follow the link in our bio for more details.

04/05/2026

I didn’t have the time to bring out all my Easter decorations but here’s a push plate (one of my first pottery pieces) holding a mini Easter basket I made a few years ago specifically to accompany my Mom’s blue and white collection. I’ll put some process images in the comments.

03/18/2026

Itsy bitsy mugs for magnet tradsies at my next pottery conference. This year, it’s been a trifecta!

03/15/2026

Fun fact: I once said I never wanted to make a mug, ever, no discussion. Hated ‘em, hated handles, etc, plenty of mugs in the world, you get the drift. But then I decided it was a skill that I needed and the only way to get there was to practice. The goal one year was to make 365 mugs. Since I only have time to throw on the weekends, that meant at least seven mugs a weekend. Sometimes, I could get a couple in during the week after supper. I figured after making that many mugs, I’d be pretty good at mugs and might like making them. I started my goal in January; by March I decided I liked making mugs and was getting the hang of it. 😂 I backed off the larger goal but still I made lots of mugs, most of them bad. I experimented with sizes, shapes, clay bodies, different handles, and more. I went small, then large, then small again. I’m kinda liking middle ground these days. My hands like this shape. Stubborn hands!