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 elcome to Singing Hands Pottery. Almost everything we come into contact with today is mass-produced. The sheer joy of making something by hand, working with the clay itself, is a constant source of inspiration to me... a reminder that there is beauty in forms that are turned and considered by hand... an act of rebellion and a statement about the value of handmade objects. A bag of clay inspires me to look at techniques which challenge construction; seeing ordinary objects as unusual shapes; asking how far I can push the clay and still create viable – and hopefully beautiful – forms. When I work with clay, it’s as though my hands are singing, and I hope my work carries the feel of the song. Taking time to refine a design or an idea in various ways, using different styles and techniques, is a way to stay connected with my creativity and to share ideas with the many friends I’ve made through this journey. I'm presently intrigued with design elements from the Art Deco period, and working a series I call "American Culture," which incorporates the great TV shows of my childhood into clay works. It’s my hope that these pieces will become a part of someone’s memories; to be given as gifts; passed down, treasured and shared. Grace Markley-Reiter is a self-taught potter who has independently studied the potter’s craft for more than fifteen years. She has several patrons who commission regular work. Other professional work includes product marketing and large-scale event management in the financial services and technology industries, props and technical design with several professional theatre companies, and as a location and properties assistant on feature films and made-for-television movies. Grace and her husband, Rich, are currently designing new time and labor-saving tools for potters, and developing plans for a public ceramic arts studio and gallery in Cincinnati, Ohio. Grace's work is currently on display at Framing Artistry Art Gallery.
Grace has been profiled by several journalists. Interview with Grace Markley-Reiter: An Accomplished Ceramicist Focus on Pinckneyville Community Center To schedule an interview with Grace, please visit the Contact link.
December 8 - 10, 2011
See work by Grace and other notable local potters at the Whistle Stop Clay Works
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PHOTOS OF WORK BY GRACE MARKLEY-REITER / SINGING HANDS POTTERY
Black Cube Jewelry Box with Red Velvet Lining
Basket Weave Bowl
Chocolate Pot with Cups
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