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Imperfect Tense Pottery

I was stressing, so I began making pottery. I am self-taught; I found my voice before I found labels. Intuitive iterations of Kurinuki—hollowing and carving clay without a wheel, slabs, coils, or pinching—are used for almost all vessels. All clay is local, I mix my own glazes, and pieces are food-safe unless noted. This intimate attention creates objects imbued with texture and feeling, with process embodied in product. Each piece is unique. Engaging & tactile, functional & artistic, Imperfect Tense Pottery loves being handled with thoughtful intent.

PRODUCTS

Handmade ceramic cups

Various sizes, created using kurinuki iterations; vast majority $25-$50

Handmade ceramic bowls

Various sizes, created using multiple texturing techniques; vast majority $15-$50

Handmade ceramic vases

Various sizes, created using kurinuki iterations; will likely only display a handful at a time across this whole range of prices

Handmade ceramic chawan (tea bowls)

Medium & large, created using kurinuki iterations; will only bring a few, if any

Handmade ceramic plates

Various sizes, created using multiple texturing techniques; mostly $20-$45 (may or may not bring any; keeping options open)

Handmade larger-format and/or complex display pieces (e.g., vases, platters, bowls)

Created using kurinuki iterations; will likely display ~5 (they attract attention!)

Handmade "mystery pots"

May or may not bring any; assorted pots, usually older unsold ones, wrapped as to be hidden; accessible and usually sell well when in stock

PHOTOS