I’ve come now full circle from the insulated time in grad school at Pratt when working in the painting department’s assigned studio cubicle by myself was the norm. Then through 35 years of a professional life working as a scenic artist on many film, TV and theater projects that demanded quickly crafted responses to time and budget pressures. It was not calm and never luxurious in creature comforts, but it was peopled with wonderful individuals. Camaraderie was always the treasured prize.

Now I’m back in a studio, this time in the beautiful Berkshire hills, sharing it with my husband Jim who paints while I throw pots. It’s a satisfying creative life that I’ve longed for for many years. And I especially take pleasure in belonging to a craft that has a long history of honest work traditions. To me, Potters are part of a timeless brother & sisterhood of makers through centuries all around the world.

For the tenth year it is my privilege to be part of the Berkshire Pottery Tour. Our self-guided In Person Tour will be on Sept. 23rd and 24th from 10 to 5. I encourage us all to keep our safety and the safety of others in mind as we mingle and greet the host potters and guests we see on the Tour. Of course our websites will be active and available to you as well.

Here is our newly created video about the potters of the Berkshire Pottery Tour.