Potters' Tour - western Pennsylvania

Guest Potter: Scott Cooper

Windblown studio is proud to have Scott Cooper from Fillmore, Indiana this year on the tour.

Artist Statement:

"I love the inherent qualities of clay, and the processes by which it can be formed and fired to a near-permanent state. The act of making something out of virtually nothing is mysterious and enthralling. The material constantly offers unseen potential, yet with tangible signs of accomplishment and progress."

"I aspire to make utilitarian pots that are well-crafted, aesthetically interesting and enjoyable to use. Striking a good balance between these qualities is difficult. There's no formula for doing so, which presents both challenge and inspiration. While some of my pots are less obvious than others in their intended function, none purposefully deny use. The utilitarian vessel format defines good parameters for me to work within."

Bio:

Scott has been a studio potter since 1992, making a wide range of functional pots that are intended for daily use. He makes each pot, one at a time, using traditional craft techniques like throwing on the potter's wheel. He lives and works in rural Indiana, where he established his studio, St. Earth Pottery, in 2000. His work is in private collections across the U.S. and internationally.

You can visit StEarthPottery.com to get more information. Scott also has a blog where he provides an articulate and enjoyable insight into the life of a potter. Click here to go directly to his blog.

A sample of his work is shown below. Double click on any image to open a new window of a larger view.