Earth Tone Mug More than a functional object

More than a functional object

This piece was coil built with micaceous clay that I used for the first time during my art residency in Taos this past summer

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Earth Tone Mug More than a functional objectWheel thrown red stoneware clay mug decorated with refined clay slips called terra sigillata. I created these decorating slips from clay samples that I have foraged in different states over the years, or that were given to me by other potters. I also used slips that I made from commercially processed clays such as Redart (the dark red lower portion with the carved line pattern). The aqua diamonds and interior are glazed. Holds 10 12 oz. Approximately