MAGGY  AMES 
      Handmade

 

ABOUT MY WORK

Because I work in both porcelain and stoneware, my clay speaks two distinct but equally pleasurable messages to me.  With my porcelain, I strive for light, flow, grace ‑ those things which bring a quiet smile, a sense of peace and tranquillity.  These pieces have function, but they often can be objects of beauty to be viewed as much as used.  With my stoneware, my first thoughts are of the user.  Is the piece intimidating or does it become part of the user's everyday life?  Does it sit austerely on a shelf or does it invite warm stews and steaming soups?  My stoneware should entice the user to believe that everyday utensils can be fine handmade works of craft.   By working in both porcelain and stoneware, I believe I can offer more aspects of myself and my values as a potter.

BIOGRAPHY

              STUDIED WITH                                      WORKSHOPS (partial list)                       JURIED SHOWS / EXHIBITS 

 

    Porcelain           Roseanne Bruer                         Michael Simon                                Paradise City (Northampton, MA)

    Stoneware         Bruce Winn                            Warren McKenzie                          Artistry (Guilford Handcraft Center)     

    Glaze                 Michael Boyer                           Bill Brouillard                                                 Fall/Spring at Lyndhurst  

    Drawing            Matt Nolan                                                                                                Holiday Crafts at Morristown

    Brush Painting   Lily Shorr                                                                                                      Greenwich House Pottery 

 

 

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