The Artists

Joan Griffin of Mud Slipper Pottery


Joan's pottery is the culmination of 15 years of working in her favorite medium. Each piece is uniquely handmade and meant to be loved and enjoyed in daily use. All of the functional kitchen and dinnerware is completely food, dishwasher, and microwave safe, using lead-free glazes. Joan’s pots reflect a varied interest in multiple firing techniques that include Japanese style Raku, Saggar, wood and oxidation firing. All result in wonderful glaze and form variations. Describing her work Joan says, “My forms are fairly simple, yet strong with minimal embel- lishment and uncomplicated glazes. Most of my work includes slip decoration in an effort to create a luscious and fanciful surface. I try to make pottery that is successful in several ways: comfortable to use, enjoyable to look at, and exciting to think about."



Harriet Hauser of Harriet Hauser Pottery

After collecting pottery for a number of years, Harriet started “hands on” in 2000. She had spent most of her working career in chemistry laboratories and that background fueled her interest in developing glazes. She has devoted considerable time during the past six years formulating her own palette of safe and durable glazes, some of which are made with locally dug clay that is very similar to Albany slip. Harriet’s pottery consists primarily of wheel thrown mid-range stoneware that is designed for functionality and decorated with the unique glazes she has created.

Polly Hunt of Shadowbrook Pottery





Kathryn Larsen of Kathryn Larsen Pottery


There is nothing like looking into a glowing kiln and witnessing a pot's transformation. That is what led me to seek out alternative firing methods like raku, saggar and pit firing. The excitement one feels after offering up the pot to the fire and then seeing the results is addictive. My work is both eclectic and functional. I make a range of stoneware pottery, including vases, pitchers and bowls; as well as hand built pieces, including sculptures, wine cups and serving dishes. Much of my work is organic in nature, with the addition of natural elements such as leaf shapes and some wood attachments. Although I am relatively new to the art of clay, I draw on my experience in graphic design, watercolor and stained glass to inspire me to create pottery that is appealing to the senses. 


Stephanie Wojtowicz of Black Dog Pottery

Stephanie began her life in clay 5 years ago and with one class, she was hooked and never looked back.  Stephanie's love of nature and the environment inspires her while using the clay of the earth to form usable and unique pottery.  Stephanie focuses on functional pottery for the home that looks pleasing to the eye and feel good in the hand.  While most of her work is mid-range stoneware, she also enjoys the traditional pit and saggar firing techniques.  Stephanie also has a strong interest in high-fire gas and wood firing and hopes she can do more high temperature firing as she continues her work.




Arlene Wojtowicz of Whispering Birches Pottery



My pottery journey began in 2006 and I only wish that I had found this wonderful medium earlier in life. The feel of the clay, the spinning of the wheel and the endless possibilities have me enchanted. Working in clay and within the clay community is enlightening and fulfilling. My work is primarily mid range functional stoneware andI strive to make each piece unique and stand for itself. I also have an interest in creating more whimsical pieces such as bird houses and bird figurines. My functional work is food safe as well as dishwasher, microwave and oven safe.