480: Lucy Fagella on embracing studio cycles

Today on the show I talk with Lucy Fagella. She makes a variety of functional pots from her Western Massachusetts studio, including pots for the kitchen and a line of memorial urns. In our interview we talk about the cycles of the studio, glaze development, and her path to making memorial objects. We also discuss the history of the Asparagus Valley Pottery Trail and their Early Career Fellowship for BIPOC Ceramic Artists. The deadline for this year’s fellowship is October 1st and you can apply through www.apotterytrail.com.

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The urns above are made from a mixture of clay and paper pulp. In our interview we talk about green burial practices and creating an art object that is intentionally made to decay.


Today’s episode is brought to you by the following sponsors:

 

AMACO Brent www.amaco.com

The Michiana Pottery Tour happening September 23 and 24 www.michianapotterytour.com

The Bray www.archiebray.org

The Rosenfield Collection of Functional Ceramic Art www.Rosenfieldcollection.com.

 

Ben Carter

Ben Carter is a ceramic professional based in Howell, NJ. He maintains a studio, teaches workshops and exhibits nationally. He is the creator and host of the Tales of a Red Clay Rambler podcast. www.carterpottery.com.

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