Great Colorado Studio Potters
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Pearl James Pottery
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
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Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
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Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Friday, April 29, 2011
Pearl James Pottery
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
James and Nan McKinnell
James and Nan McKinnell
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
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Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Colorado Potters
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
James and Nan McKinnell
James and Nan McKinnell
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Don and Joan Glasgow Potters
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
James and Nan McKinnell
James and Nan McKinnell
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Don and Joan Glasgow were major figures in in Colorado. They
gave much to the world of studio pottery for many years. The work
was always honet and well designed.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Don and Joan Glasgow were major figures in in Colorado. They
gave much to the world of studio pottery for many years. The work
was always honet and well designed.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Pearl James Pottery
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Don and Joan Glasgow Pottery
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Don and Joan Glasgow were major figures in in Colorado. They
gave much to the world of studio pottery for many years. The work
was always honet and well designed.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Don and Joan Glasgow were major figures in in Colorado. They
gave much to the world of studio pottery for many years. The work
was always honet and well designed.
James and Nan McKinnell
James and Nan McKinnell
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
Colorado Potters
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Pearl James Pottery
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Nan McKinnell's
Collectors of American studio pottery view Jim and Nan McKinnell's work as an
important part of Americs's ceranic history over the past fifty years. The
Mckinnell's high standing among collectos is based upon three major areas
contribution. They were great teacher, great artis and great kiln desiigners.
Their work will stand the test of time.
important part of Americs's ceranic history over the past fifty years. The
Mckinnell's high standing among collectos is based upon three major areas
contribution. They were great teacher, great artis and great kiln desiigners.
Their work will stand the test of time.
Blogging
Blogging
I urge those who do not want to blog to start blogging. The blogging pocess opens doors.
to the entire world. There is much to see and and absorb. Tell the world that all need
to blog. Tell your friends and family.
I urge those who do not want to blog to start blogging. The blogging pocess opens doors.
to the entire world. There is much to see and and absorb. Tell the world that all need
to blog. Tell your friends and family.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel I realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whirl. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don said
she was the best student. he had.
Pearl James
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Pearl James
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Tom and Denise Turnquist
The Quiet Tea Bowl
A fine clay tea bowl is one of man's most wonderful creations. An object that is so very basic
but at the same time is also very complex. It is quiet but sends a powerful spitual feeling.
A clay oxymoron. The tea bowl is totally functional in a real sense and at the same time
it is an object of beauty. The tea bowl can nurture both the body and the soul. There exists
in the tea bowl the strength to elevate the mundane and honor the noble craftsman.
The humble tea bowl, for centuries, has been a icon for simplcity and calm. In our busy
lives most people never have the time or any inclination to reflect and ponder. The ipod
does not offer quiet and peace but coats our souls in brashness and glitter. What would Walt
Whitman think if he could view the 21st century?
Tom and Denise Turnquist
A fine clay tea bowl is one of man's most wonderful creations. An object that is so very basic
but at the same time is also very complex. It is quiet but sends a powerful spitual feeling.
A clay oxymoron. The tea bowl is totally functional in a real sense and at the same time
it is an object of beauty. The tea bowl can nurture both the body and the soul. There exists
in the tea bowl the strength to elevate the mundane and honor the noble craftsman.
The humble tea bowl, for centuries, has been a icon for simplcity and calm. In our busy
lives most people never have the time or any inclination to reflect and ponder. The ipod
does not offer quiet and peace but coats our souls in brashness and glitter. What would Walt
Whitman think if he could view the 21st century?
Tom and Denise Turnquist
Pearl James
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Friday, April 22, 2011
James and Nan McKinnell
James and Nan McKinnell
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Harding Back: Potter
Harding Black: Some Thoughts
I was thinking about Harding Black recently. Reflecting about the man and the potter.
I was recalling my meetings with him and focusing on his amazing body of work and his
endless search for glazes and clay bodies. His entire life was a journey of
hope, search, sucess, and giving. Giving was his manner and mode. No secrets or ego.
Every day was a new day for him. A day to expand his dreams. A day to teach those
who hungered for knowledge. A day never wasted. Harding always went his own way
paying little attention to what anybody was doing or proclaiming. He had a road to travel and he did
travel the road mapped out by his dreams..
Harding Black was truly one of a kind. He was going down a road that did not end. For harding
there was no end only more exploration. More work. More trials. More Joy. More. More success.
Knowing him was one of my greats joys.
.
I was thinking about Harding Black recently. Reflecting about the man and the potter.
I was recalling my meetings with him and focusing on his amazing body of work and his
endless search for glazes and clay bodies. His entire life was a journey of
hope, search, sucess, and giving. Giving was his manner and mode. No secrets or ego.
Every day was a new day for him. A day to expand his dreams. A day to teach those
who hungered for knowledge. A day never wasted. Harding always went his own way
paying little attention to what anybody was doing or proclaiming. He had a road to travel and he did
travel the road mapped out by his dreams..
Harding Black was truly one of a kind. He was going down a road that did not end. For harding
there was no end only more exploration. More work. More trials. More Joy. More. More success.
Knowing him was one of my greats joys.
.
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Pearl James
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Jim and Nan McKinnell's
Collectors of American studio pottery view Jim and Nan McKinnell's work as an
important part of Americs's ceranic history over the past fifty years. The
Mckinnell's high standing among collectos is based upon three major areas
contribution. They were great teacher, great artis and great kiln desiigners.
Their work will stand the test of time.
important part of Americs's ceranic history over the past fifty years. The
Mckinnell's high standing among collectos is based upon three major areas
contribution. They were great teacher, great artis and great kiln desiigners.
Their work will stand the test of time.
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
The shows started in college and soon after entered the
first competition at the Denver Art Museum.
The Forgotten Pot
The Forgotten Pot
Thomas G. Turnquist
Denise and I were searching for various items at a thrift store. She ws looking for super
buys on clothing for her our granddaughters and I was looking for some good pots at a
super buy. Walking through the store I spotted a super a porcelain vase. An oblate form
with a white glaze with a touch of copper read. It was surperb!!! I turrned the pot over
and found no mark that one could make out to the naked eye. The maker will never
be known. The price tag on this beauty was $2.00 plus a few cents for tax. I bought
this jewell and gave it a home. A home where it will be seen and protected
from being cast out.
Are Americans numb when it comes to any art form? Are we drowing in a
pool of ipods and cheap imported electronics. Art in American schools
seems to be lacking. We need more money for art in our schools. We need potters
and all art artists to reach out to American youth. A bland society
is not the right road. We need to go beyond an America that casts
work by its artists upon the shelves of thift storess. Art and craft must not be simply
a phrase, but a working energy that brings joy and bright to
America.
The word society connotes progress, growth, and development. There are many
strands in the this cord of culture and growth. We must embrace the best of
what modern culture offers. We, as an Americans must expand our
base and spread the word to the world of our popular culture.
Tom Turnquist
Thomas G. Turnquist
Denise and I were searching for various items at a thrift store. She ws looking for super
buys on clothing for her our granddaughters and I was looking for some good pots at a
super buy. Walking through the store I spotted a super a porcelain vase. An oblate form
with a white glaze with a touch of copper read. It was surperb!!! I turrned the pot over
and found no mark that one could make out to the naked eye. The maker will never
be known. The price tag on this beauty was $2.00 plus a few cents for tax. I bought
this jewell and gave it a home. A home where it will be seen and protected
from being cast out.
Are Americans numb when it comes to any art form? Are we drowing in a
pool of ipods and cheap imported electronics. Art in American schools
seems to be lacking. We need more money for art in our schools. We need potters
and all art artists to reach out to American youth. A bland society
is not the right road. We need to go beyond an America that casts
work by its artists upon the shelves of thift storess. Art and craft must not be simply
a phrase, but a working energy that brings joy and bright to
America.
The word society connotes progress, growth, and development. There are many
strands in the this cord of culture and growth. We must embrace the best of
what modern culture offers. We, as an Americans must expand our
base and spread the word to the world of our popular culture.
Tom Turnquist
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Pearl James Pottery
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Politics and Pots
Politics and Pots
by Thomas G. Turnquist
All of life consists of many things including politics. Clay is not void of politics by any
stretch of the wildest imaginations. Each and every potter or clay artist has views or twists
that they cling to with some passion. A high perecntage potters and clay scuptors tend to
lean to the left when it comes to American politics. If you are a conservative in your views
and mention that fact to some clay artists you become a cretin and racist in their
closed minds. I have run into this on several occasions. If you do not march to the
tunes of the left, you become a malaprop. One would think that artists would be or should
be open and eager to discuss all matters in an adult and calm venue. The world of American
clay must be a home for change and growth and not a filter that blocks selected opposing
views.
I have been collecting American pottery for thirty years. Not once did I buy an artist's
work based on age, gender, or color. The only thing of importance was quality of
work. It is the work not the politics. It is the creativity. No one needs to be involved
in pettifoggery.
by Thomas G. Turnquist
All of life consists of many things including politics. Clay is not void of politics by any
stretch of the wildest imaginations. Each and every potter or clay artist has views or twists
that they cling to with some passion. A high perecntage potters and clay scuptors tend to
lean to the left when it comes to American politics. If you are a conservative in your views
and mention that fact to some clay artists you become a cretin and racist in their
closed minds. I have run into this on several occasions. If you do not march to the
tunes of the left, you become a malaprop. One would think that artists would be or should
be open and eager to discuss all matters in an adult and calm venue. The world of American
clay must be a home for change and growth and not a filter that blocks selected opposing
views.
I have been collecting American pottery for thirty years. Not once did I buy an artist's
work based on age, gender, or color. The only thing of importance was quality of
work. It is the work not the politics. It is the creativity. No one needs to be involved
in pettifoggery.
James and Nan McKinnell
James and Nan McKinnell
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
by Thomas Turnquist
Pottery collectors view the work of James and Nan McKinnell as an important part of
of America's ceramic art history over the past fifty years. The McKinnells high standing
among collectors is based upon three major areas of contribution. First, the work producd
by Jim and Nan has been consisent and strong during their long partnership. The work has
always exhibited a near perfect balance of artist and artisan. The second major area
of contribution was teaching and ceramic education. The legacy and knowledge bestowed
by the McKinnells is nothing short of amazing. They have been a vital part of the diversity
and richness that pemeated ceramic education from the 1950s through the late1980s. Third,
the McKinnells provided the the ceramic commumity with improvements in kiln design. In
1950s they constucted soft-brick kilns. The were multi-chambered with the unique
advantage of being portable because the bricks were not joined by mortor. Jim and Nan,
in addition to kiln design, completed much reach om glazes and clay bodies.
The McKinnells are viewed by collectors and ceramic historians as major catalysts in
American clay. They, with such ceramic giants like the Heinos, the Scheiers, Glen Lukens,
and Harding Black have built the foundation for ceramic arts and hastened the acceptance
of clay as an art form by the art community.
Jim and Nan McKinnell provided to the collector work that was well designed, well thought
through, beautiful, and reflected their huge respect for the medium. They made many
strides forward, and each stride was accomplished with grace and dignity. Jim passed
away. Nan resides in Fort Collins Colorado.
PS
Jim McKinnell was my best man when Denise and I married. He will always be the "Best" man.
THE IPOD SYNDROME
THE IPOD SYNDROME
I have been buying, selling, and writing aout Amican studio pottery
since 1978. I have observed trends and taste changes fairly closely
over this interesting period. I have traveled from coast to coast
meeting clay giants such as the Heinos, Harrison McIntosh, Harding Black, and
Kurt Wild. Always I was sensing what collectors or clay dealers are involved in
at the moment. One goal is to peruse what is selling and who was
collecting. I am facinated by the reasons something sells or or is left upon
a dusrty shelf.
I enjoy all modes of clay, buying abstract, functional, and all in between.
Clay is a world of endless possibilities. It has been a part of mankind
since the time of Allie Oop. Clay has been a part in every living soul on
this shrinking planet. The first question for potters is simply this: what
portion of John Q Public wants handmade clay-abstract or functional?
Second, what portion of the man on the street has even a modicum
of knowledge of any form of art? Most Americans do not know the
difference between art Deco and Art Carney.
An aspect of successful pottery sales is what I call the deaded
"ipod" enemy". How can we turn the ipod group onto ceramic art
or any other form of art? How do we foster an interest in art
in general? How do we open eyes and souls? This question
is not easy to divine. There may be hope. Hope based upon
possible efforts to bring art and design to the public with a focus
on American youth. Parents need to take their children to
craft shows, museums, and the theatre. Hopefully, exposure
will negate the anti art culture theme that is seen and
promoted by participants in videos and television. Give
our American youth options. Artists of all mediams need
to spread the provebial word that very unique and special
objects must be a part of a civil society. We must find
the funding to oprn the doors of creativity in our schools.
Art is not a useless endeaver, art is a needed light
that must be shown..
Will are children live in a world empty of hand made
creations or a world saturated by sameness and and
banality
I have been buying, selling, and writing aout Amican studio pottery
since 1978. I have observed trends and taste changes fairly closely
over this interesting period. I have traveled from coast to coast
meeting clay giants such as the Heinos, Harrison McIntosh, Harding Black, and
Kurt Wild. Always I was sensing what collectors or clay dealers are involved in
at the moment. One goal is to peruse what is selling and who was
collecting. I am facinated by the reasons something sells or or is left upon
a dusrty shelf.
I enjoy all modes of clay, buying abstract, functional, and all in between.
Clay is a world of endless possibilities. It has been a part of mankind
since the time of Allie Oop. Clay has been a part in every living soul on
this shrinking planet. The first question for potters is simply this: what
portion of John Q Public wants handmade clay-abstract or functional?
Second, what portion of the man on the street has even a modicum
of knowledge of any form of art? Most Americans do not know the
difference between art Deco and Art Carney.
An aspect of successful pottery sales is what I call the deaded
"ipod" enemy". How can we turn the ipod group onto ceramic art
or any other form of art? How do we foster an interest in art
in general? How do we open eyes and souls? This question
is not easy to divine. There may be hope. Hope based upon
possible efforts to bring art and design to the public with a focus
on American youth. Parents need to take their children to
craft shows, museums, and the theatre. Hopefully, exposure
will negate the anti art culture theme that is seen and
promoted by participants in videos and television. Give
our American youth options. Artists of all mediams need
to spread the provebial word that very unique and special
objects must be a part of a civil society. We must find
the funding to oprn the doors of creativity in our schools.
Art is not a useless endeaver, art is a needed light
that must be shown..
Will are children live in a world empty of hand made
creations or a world saturated by sameness and and
banality
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Great Colorado Studio Potters
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Don Glasgow
Joan Glasgow
Macy Dorf
James McKinnell
Nan McKinnell
Bob Smith
Pearl James
Mark Zammantakis
Ruth Perdew
Ostrud Fowler
Willow Connery
Macy Dorf
Bob Nelson
Tabor Utley
James Lario
Ostrud Fowler
Tom Forte
Betty Woodman
Dorothly Steidley
Alan Bales
Larry Clark
Jean Peterson
Alan Bales
D. Michael Coffee
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Monday, April 18, 2011
Harding Black Pottery
Harding Black: Some Thoughts
I was thinking about Harding Black recently. Reflecting about the man and the potter.
I was recalling my meetings with him and focusing on his amazing body of work and his
endless search for glazes and clay bodies. His entire life was a journey of
hope, search, sucess, and giving. Giving was his manner and mode. No secrets or ego.
Every day was a new day for him. A day to expand his dreams. A day to teach those
who hungered for knowledge. A day never wasted. Harding always went his own way
paying little attention to what anybody was doing or proclaiming. He had a road to travel and he did
travel the road mapped out by his dreams..
Harding Black was truly one of a kind. He was going down a road that did not end. For harding
there was no end only more exploration. More work. More trials. More Joy. More. More success.
Knowing him was one of my greats joys.
.
I was thinking about Harding Black recently. Reflecting about the man and the potter.
I was recalling my meetings with him and focusing on his amazing body of work and his
endless search for glazes and clay bodies. His entire life was a journey of
hope, search, sucess, and giving. Giving was his manner and mode. No secrets or ego.
Every day was a new day for him. A day to expand his dreams. A day to teach those
who hungered for knowledge. A day never wasted. Harding always went his own way
paying little attention to what anybody was doing or proclaiming. He had a road to travel and he did
travel the road mapped out by his dreams..
Harding Black was truly one of a kind. He was going down a road that did not end. For harding
there was no end only more exploration. More work. More trials. More Joy. More. More success.
Knowing him was one of my greats joys.
.
The Fat Tax
There is a very easy way to pay for health care in America. THE FAT TAX. Yes it could and
would work. People who are over weight would pay more in premiums. Thin folks would
pay less due to having less claims. Why should the thin pay for the fat?
Pass this idea on to your friends. This concept would create an America
that would be healthier and and would save some needed money for other projects.
America will pay billions for health care. Billions!!!!! A slim America
would is a boost for all in many ways. We must bite the bullet and save our children's
future.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Pearl James
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Saturday, April 16, 2011
The Fat Tax
Thomas G. Turnquist
There is a very easy way to pay for health care in America. THE FAT TAX. Yes it could and
would work. People who are over weight would pay more in premiums. Thin folks would
pay less due to having less claims. Why should the thin pay for the fat?
Pass this idea on to your friends. This concept would create an America
that would be healthier and and would save some needed money
Tom Turnquist
Thomas G. Turnquist
There is a very easy way to pay for health care in America. THE FAT TAX. Yes it could and
would work. People who are over weight would pay more in premiums. Thin folks would
pay less due to having less claims. Why should the thin pay for the fat?
Pass this idea on to your friends. This concept would create an America
that would be healthier and and would save some needed money
Tom Turnquist
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Friday, April 15, 2011
Politics and Pots
Politics and Pots
by Thomas G. Turnquist
All of life consists of many things including politics. Clay is not void of politics by any
stretch of the wildest imaginations. Each and every potter or clay artist has views or twists
that they cling to with some passion. A high perecntage potters and clay scuptors tend to
lean to the left when it comes to American politics. If you are a conservative in your views
and mention that fact to some clay artists you become a cretin and racist in their
closed minds. I have run into this on several occasions. If you do not march to the
tunes of the left, you become a malaprop. One would think that artists would be or should
be open and eager to discuss all matters in an adult and calm venue. The world of American
clay must be a home for change and growth and not a filter that blocks selected opposing
views.
I have been collecting American pottery for thirty years. Not once did I buy an artist's
work based on age, gender, or color. The only thing of importance was quality of
work. It is the work not the politics. It is the creativity. No one needs to be involved
in pettifoggery.
by Thomas G. Turnquist
All of life consists of many things including politics. Clay is not void of politics by any
stretch of the wildest imaginations. Each and every potter or clay artist has views or twists
that they cling to with some passion. A high perecntage potters and clay scuptors tend to
lean to the left when it comes to American politics. If you are a conservative in your views
and mention that fact to some clay artists you become a cretin and racist in their
closed minds. I have run into this on several occasions. If you do not march to the
tunes of the left, you become a malaprop. One would think that artists would be or should
be open and eager to discuss all matters in an adult and calm venue. The world of American
clay must be a home for change and growth and not a filter that blocks selected opposing
views.
I have been collecting American pottery for thirty years. Not once did I buy an artist's
work based on age, gender, or color. The only thing of importance was quality of
work. It is the work not the politics. It is the creativity. No one needs to be involved
in pettifoggery.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
Harding Black
Harding Black: Some Thoughts
I was thinking about Harding Black recently. Reflecting about the man and the potter.
I was recalling my meetings with him and focusing on his amazing body of work and his
endless search for glazes and clay bodies. His entire life was a journey of
hope, search, sucess, and giving. Giving was his manner and mode. No secrets or ego.
Every day was a new day for him. A day to expand his dreams. A day to teach those
who hungered for knowledge. A day never wasted. Harding always went his own way
paying little attention to what anybody was doing or proclaiming. He had a road to travel and he did
travel the road mapped out by his dreams..
Harding Black was truly one of a kind. He was going down a road that did not end. For harding
there was no end only more exploration. More work. More trials. More Joy. More. More success.
Knowing him was one of my greats joys.
.
I was thinking about Harding Black recently. Reflecting about the man and the potter.
I was recalling my meetings with him and focusing on his amazing body of work and his
endless search for glazes and clay bodies. His entire life was a journey of
hope, search, sucess, and giving. Giving was his manner and mode. No secrets or ego.
Every day was a new day for him. A day to expand his dreams. A day to teach those
who hungered for knowledge. A day never wasted. Harding always went his own way
paying little attention to what anybody was doing or proclaiming. He had a road to travel and he did
travel the road mapped out by his dreams..
Harding Black was truly one of a kind. He was going down a road that did not end. For harding
there was no end only more exploration. More work. More trials. More Joy. More. More success.
Knowing him was one of my greats joys.
.
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don and Joan Glasgow
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Don Glasgow got his start in clay at the in 1964 University of Northern Colorado
when he was majoring in art at the University of Colorado. He was
requited to to take a ceramics. Once he got his hands dirty, there
was no turning back.
White attending College, they would have student art shows
and sales. After making a few and some money at pottery he realized
ther was future in selling pottery. Enough monery was made
at that time to purchase an air conditioner for car we had.
When I stated thowing on a kick wheel i realized Just maybe
I could do this.
In about 1972 Joan decided to give it a whil. After all,
she said she had the best teacher around. Don says she is
the best student.
Pearl James Pottery
Data provided from Rocky Mountain News
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Written by Roger Fillion
Subject: Pearl James
Pearl James was on a mission when she threww platters, casserols,
teapots and other ware on the potters wheel at her Denver studio. Mrs James would
desend the stairs to the studio, located in her home's basement at 8:am. and not
emerge until lunch. After lunch she went back to work returning to the upstairs
until 4:pm. to hae a cocktail. She was a member othe Colorado potters guild
Pearl James was a very important studio potter in Denver. She gave a great deal
of time and energy to the clay community.
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
Searching for art created by John T. Haeseler
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
He was a great Colorado Artist
tom.turnquist@comcast.net
Also searching for Pottery by Ruth Perdew of Denver
Also Pottery by Ruth Perdew and William Tyner
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