J.R.'s formal background in ceramics began in 1974 with an apprenticeship program at Berea College in Kentucky, culminating in a Bachelor's Degree. He was also very active in the Kentucky Department of Humanities Artist-In-Resident Program, working primarily in rural school districts. He completed his M.F.A. in Ceramics from IUP in the spring of 2008. J.R. is currently the resident potter at the Artists Hand, where he can often be found throwing pots, or trimming and assembling his famous mugs.
Walk by the Gallery any day and you will see J.R.'s rack of mugs in the corner window. Ranging in price from $12 to $18 these are by far the most popular ceramic item we offer. They fit well in the hand and look great there! There's a size for every coffee drinker, and if you don't drink coffee they are excellent for tea, hot or iced, as well.
In addition to his mugs, J. R. also has several other ceramic items in stock. His Faerie Lantern (above) is a summer favorite. Designed to hold a votive candle, two or three of these set outside add an aura of mystery to your evening porch sits. Stop in and check out his bowls, garlic jars, and other ceramic ware, at reasonable prices.
Don't forget we carry the work of six other local potters as well, so stop and find a little something special for yourself or as a gift.
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