"there was an overwhelming amount of tasks in front of us. Except for those moments, you have to figure out a way you're going to move forward, or you'll give that part up. I don't know how to give up making ceramics. It's part of me at this point."

Read more from Melissa Weiss at studiopotter.org.

"The community has always been tight in western North Carolina, especially all of Appalachia. But if anything – I don't want it to sound cheese ball – the hurricane brought us together based on necessity"

To read more of Tyler-James Andersons interview, visit us at studiopotter.org.

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February articles are LIVE!
Find us at StudioPotter.org

This month's authors include:
Melissa Weiss @melissaweisspotter.bsky.social
Akira Satake
Molly Morningglory
Julianna Chioma

Excited to join Blue Sky! As the oldest nonprofit publication dedicated to clay, community, and action, we’re here to celebrate the connections that bring us together. #CommunityInClay #StudioPotter #NewBeginnings