If you are curious about the full pottery process and the life of a full time potter, watch this 20 minute video.
"I think we're kind of dinosaurs, really... heading for distinction... Interest in that horrible word tradition isn't being reinforced."
"Your technique, it's only there to help you. In itself it's nothing. It can in fact hinder you."
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