Monthly Archives: April 2016

Don’t hate me because I’m pretty

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Carter Gillies

“It’s not often that I make “pretty” pots. But I really like what this glaze does over my bright white slip.” Isn’t it interesting that some potters avoid making pretty pots? They could if they wanted to. Quite easily, in … Continue reading →

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Score one for the teacher

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Carter Gillies

“Oh Carter, looking at this I’m reminded how so grateful I am that you taught me that a shape like this is a beautiful thing (and not a fail).” A recent student made that comment seeing this pitcher posted on … Continue reading →

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Simon Levin to critique Andrew Linderman’s mug on Monday

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Carter Gillies

Hey all! My forward thinking buddy Simon Levin will kick off a great idea this coming Monday (4/18/16 at 9pm EST) on Periscope (@woodfire). Potter Andrew Linderman has sent him a mug to critique, and Simon will conduct the examination … Continue reading →

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Is the difference between beginners and experts simply a difference in quality?

Posted on April 9, 2016 by Carter Gillies

Originally posted on CARTER GILLIES POTTERY:
I’m interested in this question as a reflection of how we teach art, what we teach, and why we teach. It also seems important for artists navigating the larger world of the art industry.…

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A Short And Fanciful History Of Value

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Carter Gillies

I just posted this as a response in the comments to that guest post essay I published on my friend’s ArtsJournal blog: —————— Something to ponder: When I was an undergrad a professor made the point that in the ancient … Continue reading →

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