Artist Bio

Kate has been making pots for more than 40 years, in Gainesville for 30. Her pots are inspired by functional historical work, but also informed by her own thoughts and experiences. She has made the transition from high fire reduction (in a gas kiln) to mid-range oxidation (in an electric kiln) and the necessary complete change of glaze palette has offered exciting discoveries.

About the Studio

My studio is a large room built onto the back of my house. The back yard is pleasant, with a comfortable swing. The studio has windows that open, and fans, but no climate control. There are two wheels, a slab roller, work tables, shelves, glaze buckets and a glaze mixing area with ingredient storage. There should be music playing. The kiln is in the garage, available for viewing if anyone is interested.

What to Expect

I throw pots on the wheel, trim and finish their forms, bisque fire them and then gaze them in batches. I will be demonstrating either throwing or glazing, depending where I am in the cycle of making when the Studio Tour happens.