535: Sarah Wells Rolland on recovering from Hurricane Helene

Written By Ben Carter

Sarah Wells Rolland founded the Village Potters in the River Arts District of Asheville, NC in 2011. The art center housed a community of seven resident potters, as well as dozens of students through their classes and mentorship program. In late September Hurricane Helene turned the French Broad into a raging river that destroyed the Village Potters. In our interview we talk about the history of the art center and their ongoing recovery from catastrophic flooding. You can support The Village Potters recovery efforts on GoFundMe and find out more at www.thevillagepotters.com. (1st image above courtesy of Stephan Pruitt.) Stream this episode from your browser.

The Village Potters team includes Judi Harwood, Julia Mann, Karen Dubois, Katie Meili Messersmith, Lori Theriault, and Sarah Wells Rolland.

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

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

Cornell Studio Supply www.cornellstudiosupply.com

Archie Bray Residencies www.archiebray.org

 

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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