Confessions of a Firestarter

As a child, I loved the sound of a match scratching the brown sandpapery strip along the side of the matchbox. I loved the moment of waiting, a mix of anticipation and apprehension, and the hesitation before it burst into flame. I was curious, and I lit things on fire to see what would happen. I experimented with different chemicals …

Why Artists Create

"The Persistence of Amnesia" by Donald Gialanella

Where does the impulse to create come from? Why did humans begin making art?Ancient shamans and mystics would connect with their spiritual helpers and bring through their magic into signs and talismans that could be used by their people to access…

8 Tips for Buying Art

1000 Dollar Bills Art

Buying art, while it is exciting, inspiring, and fulfilling, can be an intimidating process. Here is a guide to make it easier.

10 Reasons to Own Art

Art is what makes us human

Why buy and own art? As my father used to say, “Art doesn’t bake bread.” But man (woman) does not live by bread alone. So, what does owning art offer us?

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.