Ede Walker

Statement

I am drawn to primitive pottery from all over the world. These old pots are

honest, unpretentious and the potter's touch remains as part of the vessel. I

can see and feel the energy of another potter's connection with the clay. The

use of geometric designs in much of my work comes from a deep respect of the

artistic skill of these ancient potters.

Most of my work is functional... although a few of my pieces are purely

decorative. I have designed my pottery to be used and enjoyed... light enough

for comfort and yet sturdy enough to be practical. I have tried to develop

forms and glazes that are pleasing both to the eye and the hand.

I do make sets and repeat designs, but there are always variations due to the

nature of the clay, the glazes and... Me! I use stoneware clays and fire my

pots to cone 6 in an oxidation atmosphere.

To quote master potter Clint Swink, referring to the 13th century Mesa Verde

potters of the Four Corners region of the United States: "Their work exhibits

splendid, simple visual balance and harmony executed by a humanly flawed hand

loaded with honesty."

This description has become the standard by which I judge my own work.

Contact Information:

Name: Ede Walker

Name of Business: Ede Walker Pottery

Address: Smyrna, NY

Phone: 607-627-6761