What music, audiobooks, or podcasts are filling your studio airtime lately?

Flightless Bird is my favorite podcast at the moment. New Zealander David Ferrer explores the weird and wonderful aspects of American life.

What new ceramics have you added to your collection this year that you can’t live without now?

My recent purchases are Ron Meyers, Rock Creek Pottery, and Michael Kline. I'm a bit of an Ebay junkie, so I keep my eyes out for good pots. I just bought a Michael Kline pitcher that is pretty amazing. The pattern, texture, and form work so well together.

In an alternate life, what would you be doing?

High School history teacher.

Share the most significant thing that happened to you and your work/studio practice in 2024?

My glaze exploration has been taking me places lately. I'm working on a satin glaze that eats into the slip layer in a very pleasing way.

What big plans do you have for 2025?

My plan is to hold on for dear life. Ha. I feel like I'm on a roller coaster always trying to figure out work/life balance. Maybe this will be the year I figure it out.

Did you recently break something from your ceramic/pottery collection, if so what was it and what memories/associations/artist did that object hold for you? 

We recently broke a Steve Rolf bowl that was our go-to mixing bowl. It was the rare bowl that is perfect for oatmeal, salad, or serving vegetables at the table.

What dream residency (either real or fantasy) would you like to attend?

If Hogwarts had a wood/soda kiln, and I had magical powers, I'd be a wood fired potter.

Share your favorite (go to potluck) recipe? What ceramic piece do you serve it in?  

White chicken chili served in an instant pot and Linda Christianson bowls.

Why Clay?

It has a great mix of technical boundaries to work within and subtleties to explore. It's hard and soft, and everything in between.