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Push the Button

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It’s been two years since I’ve posted anything on this blog. On and off, I’ve asked myself, “Do I have anything to contribute?”

New Soul Journey Series

Teri Hannigan with Soul Journey Sculptures

I held my breath as I cracked the kiln lid and peeked inside at the bisqued sculptures.  Everything appeared to be intact.  Woo-hoo!   I did a happy dance honoring the Kiln Gods. My work was cut out for me.  Glazing pieces always takes as much time and care as forming them. After spending the past few months in a …

A Soul Journey Begins

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Six months ago, I began a new ceramic sculpture. I had no idea where or how far it would take me.

The Path of Destruction

Atomic cloud over hiroshima

Gaia was my most ambitious project, ever. She was my homage to the divine feminine, a life-size hand-built sculpture of a woman’s torso.

500 RAKU

Raku Pillow Pot sculpture by Teri Hannigan

I’m so honored that two of my pieces, Green Shinji Vase and Pillow Pot are featured in the new Lark 500 series ceramics book, 500 RAKU.

An Infinite Capacity

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I’m getting ready to bisque-fire a new sculpture. I’ve been referring to it as “An Infinite Capacity for Joy and Grief.”

A Teacher’s Lessons

Students Ceramix Lessons

My students arrived at 10 AM sharp.

“So, have you ever worked with clay?” I asked.

Revisiting the Nest

It’s been there for two weeks, ever since I returned from New Mexico. Some kind of Oriole–if we are to trust my limited birding skills–flits out of it whenever I open the front door.

Nesting Instinct

Robin Eggs in Nest

I’ve been in nesting mode all spring, and it doesn’t look like it’s letting up any time soon.