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Ceramixer: Growth Through Community

February 28, 2022

Talon Smith sees the world through the lens of community. For over a decade, this Pittsburgh potter, who identifies as non-binary, has developed their artistic vision and technique within the network of fellow artists and mentors. “I’ve had an idea for a number of years now,” they say, “of creating a network of potters in Pittsburgh where people can talk and share and get answers to their questions.” Talon’s friend and fellow potter Katy Ostronic of Katy Lynn Pottery joined Talon, along with other friends and colleagues, to refine the vision which has evolved into a group they are calling “Ceramixer.” Like a social mixer, the group meets regularly at different venues and features a variety of topics.

Fireborn Studios: Paired for Success

January 28, 2022

Pittsburgh institution Fireborn Studios is launching a new series of workshops at their Southside studio. Owners Dan Vito and Donna Hetrick are potters, educators, and business entrepreneurs who have thrived in a partnership and marriage for over three decades, a veritable success story in how to carve out a life as working artists.

A Layered Approach: Philip M. Soucy and Brian Peters

September 23, 2021

Two Pittsburgh artists will bring their work to ClayPlace@Standard for "A Layered Approach," a joint exhibition this coming October. Philip M. Soucy and Brian Peters share a similar technique of stacking clay coils but have a vastly different approach to the method. Soucy’s organic works are built by hand; Peters’ precise pieces are created using a 3-D printer. Each reveals a respect and affection for the material and creates pieces that challenge our ideas about humanity’s history of building and altering its environment.