|
|
Current News
WELCOME TO JOY BRIDY POTTERY Is there a better way to spend a hot summer weekend than firing a brand new bourry box wood kiln? I certainly can't think of anything I'd rather be doing! Take a peak at the Bourry Box Kiln page to see the first firing and unloading results. The glazed wares are stellar, and the ideas are already rolling for the second firing, slated for October. For a bit of recent history, the Kiln Construction page is complete with the lighting of the flame... If you're in the area, I'll be in downtown Shepherdstown Friday, July 30, at the Bavarian Inn, joining a group of my fellow Over the Mountain Studio Tour artists for a summer show and sale. My wares will be available all weekend, and I'll be there friday 2-4pm to talk about them and the recent firing. Stop in to say hello and chat along the scenic views of the Potomac River. Make sure to mark your calendar for our fall tour dates... November 13 & 14! Foundry Gallery, in Washington DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood, is hosting a show of wood fired pottery through the month of August....one of the few chances to see this type of work in the DC metro. The Community of Fire exhibit is focused on a group of six wood firing potters, all who fire with Kevin Crowe in southern Virginia. There is an opening on August 6th, plus a few lectures and workshops with Kevin Crowe, so check out the website for more info. Pottery Classes: Fall Session classes are starting September 7, tuesday evening and thursday noon-time. Give a call for more info, or send a check to reserve your wheel! Vessels in Use: My kitchen is full of pottery...some made by me, some by mentors, some by innocent bystanders. Recently, I've been reminded that a home full of hand-made useful objects is a curiosity, and decided to share my favorites. From near and far, famous and lowly, take a peek....and send me a shot of your favorites in use. You just may end up smiling on these pages! Etsy: Want to purchase my pottery on the internet? Check out www.joybridypottery.etsy.com for the newest selection of bottles, ewers, mugs, birdhouses... The gallery on this site is currently being redesigned, and I'm looking forward to sharing new images of new pots once the wood kiln is up and firing. My apologies until then...send an email or call if you've got a hankering. I just may have what you're looking for! If you will be visiting the DC area from out of town, give me a ring and stop by. I'm located about 20 minutes south of Route 70 and Hagerstown, amongst the ghosts of the battlefields along the Potomac River, and am always up for a visit...... the coffee or tea is hot, perfect for catching up with old friends and new acquaintances. I look forward to hearing from you. Joy Bridy
|
