About The ArtistI received my BFA in 1988, in Illustration from Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, PA. I started studying clay in the fall of 1997 after moving to Maryland. I have studied pottery under Gary Irby, Mary Gawlik, and presently studying with Mea Rhee. For the past 4 years I have worked out of studio space as an Artist In Resident in the Greenbelt Community Center. About two years ago I started teaching a Raku workshop at the GCC that has been an awarding experience.
It has been a pleasure exploring different types of firings like wood, salt, Raku, Cone 10 gas reduction, as-well-as Cone 6 oxidation firing. One of the types of work I enjoy is creating Raku and wood fired beads, which are then turned into beautiful pieces of jewelry. While my functional work ranges from pears, leaf bowls/plates/platters ranging in several sizes, small to large bowls, mugs, teapots, plates, casserole/baking dishes, vases and wine glasses. Other works of art I enjoy creating are small to mid size tiles, which she will turn into magnets and framed artwork. “As a potter I find that every day there is something new to learn. The growing and creative process is never ending that is what makes it so exciting for me.” |
About My Work" I enjoy creating functional and deceptive potter—adding beauty and style to your home and lifestyle. My designs are inspired by nature and it's wonderful colors. Each piece is made to be simple and rustic with a hint of sophistication."
—Karen Arrington My functional pottery is dishwasher, microwave, and oven safe (bake up to 450º), made by hand and fired to cone 6 (approx. 2250ºF) or cone 10 (approx. 2350ºF), and is dutiable enough to be used everyday. My decorative pottery and jewelry work are…
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