Steffen Thomas opening

Norm and Cynthia at the reception . The show set up looks good . Many thanks to Andy and Haitha Hayes and to Lisa at the Museum .. ,also good food etc.

Pams Big Bird

First Firing of new kiln

Kiln was full with my work and a few pieces by Norm S ,Jane H, Lucy H and Pam B. Firing went well but next time I will turn up in the night . I warmed it up in the evening then got up at 6 am . Firing was finished at 2 am . I put in 25# of salt between 11:30 and 2:00 ....The 2 bottom shelves had dry pots in the back . The bag wall needs to be opened up some ...

new kiln

Loaded and burners on low . Photos of loading tomorrow ..

Asheville Art Museum

I will be one of around 6 artist speaking about our work on Sunday Aug 16 at 2pm . The show was put together by The Southern Arts Federation .. Come ---or if not for the talk another time as it is a very nice show---

hooded warbler

Knocked itself out on the glass door . I picked it up and soon he recovered and took flight,happily....