ABOUT US

The Clay Gallery has a unique feature: two resident artists with studios on the premise, professional potter and owner Teresa Bowen and professional jeweler Bud Gilbert.

 

After receiving a B.A. in art eduction, Teresa Bowen taught for three years before deciding that being a ceramic artist was more of her calling. Since 1978 she has pursued the life of a professional potter, participating in over 20 art shows a year.

Over the years Teresa has developed her own glazes, which are high fired to ensure their function as being durable, dishwasher and microwave safe. She strives to elevate her work into art forms that can be used with pleasure everyday.

 
teresa in studio

 

bud at work

Bud Gilbert has been creating one of a kind custom designs since 1992 He specializes in taking the time to know his customer and their taste. this is what personalizes his pieces and makes them memorable for years to come.He also enjoys taking tired old jewelry and creating something new and fresh.

 

.Bud also has created a line of furniture called Roadside Relics. He has always had a fondnes for old wood. As awareness of our enviroment becomes more critical he finds many rewards in picking up old furniture and doors that have been thrown to the street and recreating an unusual piece of usable furniture. His wish is to create artful functional pieces while doing a small part in saving this planet

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old doors and drawers always accepted


 
 

Jane, Bud's mother, has taken up residency on the premises. She keeps busy cooking and baking goodies for us.


 

 

Vincent has been the resident dog and greeter since the opening of the Clay Gallery. He has even helped in the construction.

Vincent

 
  Kitty

Last, but not least, is Kitty. A bit shy still, but she enjoys keeping Jane company.