Today's power shoppers were the Alten twins. Before meeting the twins, I met their mom, Helen, a potter in a former life. Helen made pots at the Archie Bray. For all you non-clay folks, the Archie Bray is where every potter hopes to spend time. It was so lovely to have a conversation with Helen. With her, I had the experience of becoming fast friends-she is just a delight.
Then came her children....Because they have been raised with handmade pots, they appreciate handmade pots. I have the distinct honor of making the holiday gift they plan to give their mom. I so enjoy knowing where my pots are going and who is using them-thanks guys! When the children of a potter buys my pots, it is doubly special to me. I will always remember them, their enthusiasm for clay and their excitement to give their mom something they know she will enjoy.
To end a very lovely day, I came home and found a package on the door step. While at the Utilitarian Clay Symposium, I bought a Kari Radasch platter. I've been patiently awaiting the end of the Symposium Show, so I could actually possess the platter, instead of just owning it. Today was the day the platter arrived. Yeah! I love my new platter and find myself in a very happy state of being.
2 comments:
That is a lovely piece. I can always count on Renee to introduce me to great artists!
What a great clay day, beautiful children and a wonderful platter.
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