Pat Black

Pat Black

Design is the essence of Pat Black's process and originates in her sketchbook.  After a piece is thrown on the wheel and trimmed, the carving of the design begins.  Birch tree pots are painted with a colored slip while the clay is still wet.  Once the pieces are air dried, they go through the bisque firing.  From here, waxes are applied so that various colors of glaze can be used and the inlay areas are protected so that the surface remains unglazed for the application of the natural elements after the glaze firing.

Nature is Black's focus and she often bring in natural elements that are gathered in the Northwoods or the beaches of the Great Lakes.  It is her hope the tranquil peace found in nature is reflected in her work.  The entire process of creating a piece of pottery is a reminder of where life is centered, she believes creativity is a gift to be shared. 

Fall Color

Fall Color

Stoneware, 13 X 9

by Pat Black

$300

Water's Edge

Water's Edge

Stoneware, 13 X 9

by Pat Black

$250

Rooted

Rooted

Stoneware

by Pat Black

$180

Autumn

Autumn

Stoneware

by Pat Black

$200

Midnight Arrow

Midnight Arrow

Stoneware

by Pat Black

$210

Mysteries of the Sea

Mysteries of the Sea

Stoneware, 12 X 4

by Pat Black

$250

Nature Walk

Nature Walk

Stoneware, 12 X 4

by Pat Black

$260

Among the Gingkos

Among the Gingkos

Stoneware

by Pat Black

$190

Abstract Copper

Abstract Copper

Stoneware, 8 X 11

by Pat Black

$60

Peaceful Waters

Peaceful Waters

Stoneware

by Pat Black

$80