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Wayne Batchelder, Potter

Pottery is more than just an art form for me; It is a dialogue with the earth, a celebration of creativity and a meditative journey. Each piece I craft tells a story shaped by the rhythm of my hands, the breath of the clay and the interplay of fire and glazes.

In a world that often moves too fast, the process of making pottery offers a sanctuary-a moment to disconnect from the chaos of daily life. It invites mindfulness, patience, and the simple joy of creation. From preparing natural clays to forming vessels on the wheel, I cherish the connection between ancient traditions and modern expression.

My pottery is guided by an ancient aesthetic philosophy of wabi-sabi, which is the art of finding beauty in imperfection and profundity in earthiness, of revering authenticity above all. It is a state of mind, a way of being and the subtle art of being at peace with yourself and your surroundings.

I invite you to hold my pottery, to discover the imperfections that give it character and life. I don’t ask that you figure out why you are drawn to it. Just that you embrace the connection it seeks to make with your soul.