Mud Frogs' Studio: October 2013

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Pottery birdhouses,fruit bowls and more

What an interesting collection came out of the kiln last night, as you can see we have a little bit of everything.Fruit bowls,birdhouses,garlic keepers,mugs,trays and a children's tea set. We are just having a lot of fun making different things and trying out new glaze combinations. Life is never boring at the studio and every time we unload the kiln we are in for some surprises!!!
Thanks for stopping by,
Caroline

I grew up in Saskatchewan, yet when I was young the wind caught hold of me and over time I found myself "moved to live near" each of the three oceans surrounding Canada. Saskatchewan will always be a part of me, because that is where my childhood began. As a child, I played with clay, dug deep from the garden. Now, from time-to-time I use various other mediums, but I always return to playing with clay.I love imaging about the pieces in my mind. Building the pieces seems to be far less challenging for me, than glazing them! Yet, when a piece goes through the creating, building and glazing process and comes out meeting my expectations, then I feel I have won.

Having grown up and worked in the Kootenays all my life, I found myself semi-retired last year and needing something fun and interesting to do. I have always wanted to try pottery, so our good friend Karen took on the challenge to teach my sister and myself. My husband, Richard, was kind enough to give up his workshop to build us a studio and he continually makes improvements for us. We have been having the best time ever since. Caroline and Karen hold down the fort while the Baja frog enjoys the winter in Mexico and Arizona, but she returns to work in the spring. Looking forward to new creations. Have a great day!