Dan Coates Western Art Exhibition and Sale

Dan Coates Western Art Exhibition and Sale

  This weekend marks my first time showing pottery at the Dan Coates Western Art Exhibition & Sale in Granbury, Texas. Friday’s VIP event is sold out, but Saturday (10–5) the doors open to everyone at the David Sutherland Convention Center. So many gifted...
A little wild, a lot of Grace

A little wild, a lot of Grace

There’s a rhythm to this life out here. Somewhere between the nickering of a horse and the hum of a kiln. It’s quiet most days, but never still. The land has its own voice, and if you listen long enough, it finds its way into your hands. When I’m building, rolling...
Summertime sunsets -inspiration for pottery glazes

Summertime sunsets -inspiration for pottery glazes

There’s something about a summertime sunset that speaks the same language as clay. Maybe it’s the way the sky slowly shifts from gold to ember, or the soft wash of rose that lingers just before night settles in. These skies feel familiar—like the inside of my kiln...
retirement anniversary

retirement anniversary

One year ago today, I stepped into retirement—though it didn’t begin the way I imagined. I was caring for my husband after his knee replacement, and just as he began healing, a serious blood infection set him back. Those early months were tough, but by September, he...
Pottery show this Saturday

Pottery show this Saturday

I am getting ready for my show, this Saturday, October 12 at Hill Country Dwellings and Gallery in Hico, Texas. I am very honored to be their featured artist.  I always have such a fun time doing this show with them.  I see old friends and meet new friends. This year,...