Expanding Ideas

 A few weeks ago I posted a plate that Jeff threw with the STARworks Eastfork clay. The clay carves nicely and the color of the raw clay is gorgeous. We bought just one bag to try and I finally got around to putting it on the wheel and giving it a spin. I think I am going to like this clay!

I divided this little bottle into sections and experimented with some new designs.

My inspiration comes from all of the beautiful pots that Jeff has brought back from South Korea. I look forward to expanding my ideas in this direction.

New Clay

We recently bought some of STARworks Ceramics new Eastfork clay. Last fall we had a sample that we tested and really liked how it looked with Jeff's ash glaze. Jeff threw a couple of platters last week and brushed them with white slip. I spent this afternoon carving ginkgo leaves into them. It has a smooth consistency that makes it easy to carve, and I love the color even before firing. I haven't given the clay a try on the wheel yet, fingers crossed that I will like the way it throws.