Handmade Stoneware Pottery for the Home
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Handmade Stoneware Pottery for the Home
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There is something about working in clay—it is so tactile, so open, so free. It gives the maker the ability to create something that will last lifetimes; something that can be both cherished and used in daily life. I choose to create functional pieces that give the user the ability to have something both beautiful and useful. My desire is that my work will become a part of someone's daily life—used and loved. I create my pieces from stoneware clay, largely on the potter's wheel. I fire in an electric kiln to cone six creating work that is durable and safe for use with food. I make functional pottery because I believe that creating something useful is both the height of art and craft. In my work, I attempt not to differentiate between the two, but make pieces that are both artful and useful. My style is what many would consider 'tight' in that I make forms that are smooth and graceful, but are also controlled and sharp. I desire cohesion in my line of work, and greatly enjoy creating repetitive forms. I still see value in making 'one of a kind' pieces that can be collected and treasured, and I love special projects. My work is still developing, and I am always looking for new forms to add to my repertoire. Thank you for your interest in my work! Ben Stark
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