Slip N’ Clay Pottery

Candace Bell
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I work out of a home studio in Roanoke, VA, making mostly functional pottery with a whimsical flair: mugs, vases, jars, tumblers, plates, platters, pitchers, and teapots. The pandemic was a very productive time for me, as it created space without the pressure to produce work, to just play and finally find my voice in the clay. I like to create texture and interest using slip, carving, and by altering forms. Most of my current work uses Laguna B-mix fired to Cone 5 or 6 in an electric kiln using a combination of commercial and custom glazes. However, I like the effects of high fire with atmosphere, since it accentuates form and texture the best. I prefer a wood kiln, but have had some good results with a salt gas kiln too. Each year I make a load of pots specifically for high fire using stoneware that flashes in rich brown tones.