Advice I’d Give My Younger Self in the Studio
A reflection on the advice I’d give my younger self in the studio — slowing down, focusing on form, and embracing failure as part of becoming a potter.
The Moment I Knew I Needed My Own Salt Kiln
The quiet realization that salt firing couldn’t just be occasional. Why committing to a Utah salt kiln became necessary for the direction of my work.
The First Time I Fired a Salt Kiln
A story about my first salt firing — canyon winds, fifty pounds of salt, and the lesson that timing matters more than force.
What Matters Most Isn’t the Surface
Surface draws attention, but form earns trust. A reflection on why weight, balance, and feel matter more than glaze in handmade pottery.
Why Logan, Utah Shapes the Way I Make Pots
How living in Logan, Utah influences my pottery — from building a Utah salt kiln to choosing muted surfaces and functional forms.
Why Handmade Pottery Costs More Than You Think
Why does handmade pottery cost more than mass-produced ceramics? A Logan Utah potter explains the labor, materials, and process behind salt fired pottery.
What Makes a Good Mug? (From a Potter’s Perspective)
A potter’s perspective on what makes a good mug — weight, handle design, rim shape, and why small details matter in handmade Logan Utah pottery.
Why I Choose Functional Pottery Over Decorative Work
A reflection on why I choose to make functional pottery instead of decorative sculpture — and why everyday use matters more to me than display.
What Is Salt Fired Pottery? | Salt Fired Pottery Utah
A beginner-friendly guide explaining what salt firing is, how it works, and why salt fired pottery has a distinctive surface shaped by fire and atmosphere.