Buffer Zone Ceramics

Name: Buffer Zone Ceramics
Address: Columbus, NC, 28722, US
Telephone: +18288632000

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Buffer Zone Ceramics

Decorative and functional earthenware I love all aspects of making things in clay. I started working in clay at Goddard College in 1971.

I love my hands in the clay, preparing my studio for a day of work, rolling slabs, designing objects, and painting. I worked in stoneware for the most part and on the wheel. We made our own clay, gas fired pieces, worked early mornings and late nights. I wasn't that fond of wheel work or that interested in the nuances of stoneware glazes. I wanted to see color and paint more than I could figure ou

t how to do with traditional stoneware. Many many years later, a friend on Martha's Vineyard asked me to help her with a tile job she had and I got sucked right back into clay. It was so inspiring and I knew I had to pursue my work in this medium. I was pretty rusty to say the least, but I put my head down and kept at it. Once my kids were in school, I started Buffer Zone Ceramics on Martha's Vineyard, where we lived year round. I worked in earthenware with underglazes; a whole new palette opened up for me and I loved it. A slab roller, a few homemade molds, a lot of determination, and I was on my way. After I have rolled out a slab and determined the piece I want to make, I think of food! I imagine a green salad, a pesto salad, a potato salad, pasta with a red sauce or something I like to eat. I think, what would look good holding that appetizing food? So, in fact, much of the time, food is my inspiration. I choose the colors to compliment menus. I like to make functional pottery, pieces that are decorative and useful. I like to use a lot of color because I think it is cheery and brightens the dining experience.

03/18/2017

Found a home near Charleston!

09/26/2016

03/28/2016

When you meet those people that just SHINE and you think to yourself, "I'll have what she's having," you are face to face with someone who is living her passion. Ride the buzz, let it be contagious, live the life that you love and inspire others to do the same. Why? Because, why not? When you're confident with your decisions and in love with your choices, you won't judge or critique others for theirs. Let's do this Monday ✨🙌✨

01/25/2016

Mug time. Compost bins too!

01/05/2016

Merry merry

04/05/2015

Spring time

02/03/2015

Both kilns repaired! Thank you Daniel Bare...thank you so very much!

07/19/2014

New mugs!!!

05/27/2014

CFAC in Landrum. Friday evening 5-7. Wowzer!!!

Address

Columbus, NC
28722

Telephone

+18288632000

Website

http://www.bufferzoneceramics.com/

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