Studio Potter – The Podcast

As one of the five Black Los Angeles artists featured in Studio Potter (Vol. 9, No. 2, 1981), Stanley Wilson's insights and experiences continue to resonate, inspiring new generations of makers and scholars. His dedication to ceramics, mentorship, and advocacy has built a lasting legacy – one that bridges the past, present, and future.

These are the voices of Gerry Williams, the founding editor of Studio Potter, interviewing North Carolina potter Neolia Cole. One of the most enduring and prolific of North Carolina's potting dynasties is the Cole family, whose members have been potting in central North Carolina—Randolph, Moore, Lee, and Montgomery Counties—for more than two hundred years.This audio was summarized into a short article featuring Neol in Studio Potters North Caroline Potters issue from December 1997. This issue focused on the vibrant pottery traditions of the region, and Studio Potter has remastered these voices from the past. Over the next few months, we'll dive into our archives to share audio stories from potters in states impacted by Hurricane Helene.

This audio was summarized into a short article featuring Melvin Lee Ownes and his studio in Studio Potters North Caroline Potters issue from December 1997. This issue focused on the vibrant pottery traditions of the region, and Studio Potter has remastered these voices from the past. Over the next few months, we'll be diving into our archives to share audio stories from potters in states impacted by Hurricane Helene, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina.As a potter who has personally felt the devastating effects of natural disasters, I can attest to the value of nonprofit organizations like The Craft Emergency Relief Fund in supporting artists during times of crisis. Now more than ever, this nonprofit will need us to champion their cause through mutual aid and financial support. Before we dive into today's episode, we'd like to offer a gentle listener warning. This archival audio was originally recorded on a cassette tape so that you may notice sound artifacts from the time, place, and region. Additionally, at certain unpredictable moments, you'll hear the sound of gunshots from hunters' targets practicing in preparation for deer season. Please be aware of these elements as you listen, and we hope you enjoy this piece of Studio Potter history.

Unexpectedly Full of ArtBy Delvin GoodyAs I look ahead to life after the military, I find myself reflecting more on a career that was unexpectedly full of art. By honoring those with whom I served and their families, I was able to grow as an artist and, for the most part, keep up with art industry trends. I realized that even though I enjoyed my time as a soldier, whether good or bad, I was happiest whenever the things I was doing involved art.

The Last Mayo Potter Juany GámezBy SAMIRAH STEINMEYERJuany is the last practicing Yoreme potter in her Mayo community, and she is committed to reviving the craft so that the tradition can persist for the benefit of future generations.

The Annual Ceramic Arts Lecture is a co-presentation of Syracuse University College of Visual and Performing Arts, the Everson Museum of Art, and the Chronicles of American Ceramics Foundation. The lecture series has been transcribed and prepared for publication by Studio Potter.

The Annual Ceramic Arts Lecture is a co-presentation of Syracuse University College of Visual and Performing Arts, the Everson Museum of Art, and the Chronicles of American Ceramics Foundation. The lecture series has been transcribed and prepared for publication by Studio Potter.

Wild Glazes from Your Backyard, by Hamish Jackson. "Local materials offer endless possibilities and variety. A couple of years ago, I set out on a quest to make a palate of four stoneware glazes from one locally sourced rock. I did not want four shades of beige, but a palate of distinctly different glazes. The parameter I set was to use at least 50% of one single source rock in each of these glazes."

In the archival version of our podcast, we bring back the voices of potters from our early Print publication.In today's episode, Gerry Williams interviews Toshiko Takaezu (1922-2011). His feature of Toshiko was published in our Vol. 21 No. 2, June 1993 issue. The interview lasted over 1 and a half hours and we have split this conversation into two parts; this first part covers Toshiko's upbringing and early career, part two features Toshiko's contemporary work, creative practice, and philosophy.

In the archival version of our podcast, we bring back the voices of potters from our early Print publication.In today's episode, Gerry Williams interviews Toshiko Takaezu (1922-2011). His feature of Toshiko was published in our Vol. 21 No. 2, June 1993 issue. The interview lasted over 1 and a half hours and we have split this conversation into two parts; this first part covers Toshiko's upbringing and early career, part two features Toshiko's contemporary work, creative practice, and philosophy.

Rootedness – The Power of PeaceBy Richard Zane Smith"Pottery wasn't made when there were threats of war and bloodshed. When examining ancient sherds and tool marks, one can sense the kind of peace and calm that it took to make long, unwavering parallel lines, to notch the rims with careful repeating indentations, and to spend time making what was to become more than a simple container. It was a life-providing vessel used to feed the next generations."

The following is a live interview of Frances Senska, which was summarized in "Eleven Montana Potters," published in the June 1979, Copper Reds / Leach - Vol. 8 No. 1. The interview was conducted and transcribed by Gerry Williams.