This mug was inspired a picture I took on an African safari and leftover clay from a nerikomi workshop. Thank goodness the lines don’t need to be perfectly straight.

I just adore these bowls and mini vases as I continue to experiment with colors of floating glazes. #just-ceramics #pottersofbluesky #spectrumfloatingglazes

Here are the glazed Georgia red clay. I love the fired color natural too. I only wish I made the planters larger since I doubt I’ll go back to using the clay body again. I really really prefer a smooth grog-less surface to work with. #justpottery #pottersofbluesky #GAclay

Hoping this custom order of pasta bowls and water pitcher brings smiles. I’m loving the ethnic vibe. #justceramics #pottersofbluesky #wheelthrown #functionalpottery

Super proud of this rainbow set. #justceramics #pottersofbluesky #wheelthrownpottery #ceramicart #functionalpottery

Lizella clay- I just had to try it since I’m living in GA now. Spoiled by mainly using porcelain, that rough grog clay is challenging my hand The hardest part on my hands is centering and opening. Once I work up enough slurry it’s much easier to pull and shape. Gotta get some gloves right away. 😁

Touch a rainbow and find pure gold. #pottersofbluesky #justceramics #wheelthrownpottery

When my loving parter accidentally 2 classic Corning ware casserole dishes, I decided it was time to make my own version. So I’ve been experimenting with standard 630 clay. This casserole has two lids.

I don’t often get to see how my ceramic art makes a statement in this art collector’s home. It’s such an honor. #ceramicartist #artcollection #homedecorating #blackceramicartist #pottersofbluesky #justceramics

It’s very satisfying to experiment with creativity and learn from the successes and failures. These double sided coasters taught me what was possible while considering a design and decorations technique that is kiln safe and fit the decor of my NBHS classmate’s collection of ceramics.

Finished planters are stacking up. So I keep asking myself when I’m gonna get around to my houseplant repotting project Dribbled a bright green glaze just for fun. #pottersofbluesky

Several years ago I made the largest pot ever. This time I made its twin carved with the same elements I loved from the great Nigerian potter, Ladi Kwali-beetles, lizards, shields. While the smaller version awaits its new home, it’s next to its bigger one just for fun.

I rarely make mugs, but when I do it’s a duo purpose one with a loose tea strainer. It’s so time consuming to keep tiny wholes free of glass. Maybe I should replace my all my commercial mugs next. #pottersofbluesky #justceramics #wheelthrown #handmademugs

And I made this peacock decorated glaze bowl for me to go with the 4 bowls I made earlier this year. Yes, I can claim it even though I know I could sell it🤗

Sometimes I just make functional ceramics for myself and sometimes for others. This time I was trying to replace a Corning casserole dish that got broken and a friend saw an unfinished piece on my shelf. Good thing I made 2, cause the first pic has a small S crack.

Very pleased how these pasta bowls turned out again. Custom orders do stress me out a little. Which makes the results are even more satisfying to me. #pastabowls #wheelthrowingpottery #peacockglazingtechnique

And now some testing of Mayco glazes on this closed form little jar. I don’t use test tiles because I don’t want a collection of dust catchers around. #pottersofbluesky #justceramics #wheelthrownpottery #notaproductionpotter

So I learned to make my first (and maybe only) pumpkin. And I had to make it functional for a tea light. It’s unusual for me to make seasonal decorative items, but this one was fun. Working with super specked clay is a new thing for me too. #ceramicpumpkin #wheelthrownpottery #speckledcay

I’m gonna do something different here… SCAD annual sidewalk chalk art showcases amazing artistic talent. So no pottery pics, just a few examples of my favorite chalk art.

Got so tied up line dancing for #savannahbanananans that my greenware is stacking up. Here’s the my latest commissioned piece freshly carved. It’s a tribute to Nigerian potter Ladi Kwali 1925-1984. #wheelthrownpottery

After several days of glazing where brushing is slow and tedious, today was my break to watch the sun. And one peacock bowl in the making to be true the hashtags😁 #sunsetphotos #pottery #pottersofbluesky

Glaze mixing mishap. I just have to laugh at myself😁

When I look back at my journey in clay, it’s a reminder to push through the cracks, flops, glaze misfits. Learning something new is all the inspiration I need. How do you stay inspired? Here are the only sculptural pieces I’ve ever made. #pottersofbluesky #20pots #ceramicsculpture #pottery

I’m honored to know the urn I make are hosting the remains of cherished loved one’s. #ceramics #pottery #urns #pottersofbluesky #20pots

I’m hooked on making stacking spice jars. Decorating is fun, especially when I trail a design vertically for the best alignment. And remember not to glaze where each jar fits together so they don’t slip and slide. #20pots #pottersofbluesky #pottery #ceramicsinfocus #wheelthrownpottery

Here’s my first bubble glaze bowls. These were done with studio glazes. I now prefer using underglaze on greenware. #20pots #pottersofbluesky #pottery #bubbleglaze #functionalpottery

Still working on my goal to eliminate plastic planters for my house plant. #20pots #ceramics #pottery #pottersofbluesky #wheelthrownpottery

Reflecting on the everlasting nature clay and its use in understanding civilization and culture. What if your pottery was part of an archeology dig in the year 3025? Do you add year to your makers mark on your ceramic pieces? Pros and cons, please.

Do you make teapots? Sometimes I don’t get the timing right for adding spouts and handles. Yet my canvas of color keeps me making more, especially when I get a custom order. #ceramics #pottery #wheelthrown #pottersofbluesky #20pots

I get inspiration from adult coloring where I get to experiment with color combinations. Here’s a few inspired by the lion I colored. #adultcoloring #pottery #ceramics #wheelthrown #colorfulpots #20pots

I continue to look back over the past 10 years of my journey “playing in clay”. Lines and dots are still my go to decorating thing. #underglaze #pottery #ceramic #pottersofbluesky #ceramicsinfocus #20pots

From my tribute trophy to legacy keeper plates, I was inspired to honor each of my 13 living siblings with a tribute plate. I got better with slip trailing as I made the last plate. #sheffieldstrong #ceramics #pottery #pottersofbluesky

In my first handbuilding class, my final project was a tribute trophy to my mother. Honoring the legacy of my divine mother and the eternal love I still fell today I share my tribute trophy to my mother and the one for me so we can toast to her eternal love. #ceramics #pottery

My most recent bowl was also a first for me - a gallery show where my first ever peacock decorating technique sold on the opening night. And received an honorable mention The Banquet Show by Ology gallery #pottery #ceramics

I’ll start with some of my favorite pieces I’ve made over the past 10 years. This purple bowl is the first wheel thrown #pottery I made in the first ceramics class I took. And I still use it with a smile. #ceramics, #pottery,