Welcome to my shop! My work is hand-made on the potter’s wheel with either porcelain or stoneware, glazed and fired to 2210 F. I work in two particular ways: first and primarily, I use a wax-resist design technique (akin to batik only with glazes instead of fabric) in patterns or abstractions to obtain vitality and depth between colors and surfaces. The glossier layer of the first glaze contrasts to the more satin matt surface of the second layer, creating a sense of seeing through, looking into, and a small but vital creation of mystery happens. The second
way I work is by painting lively sea creatures with colored slips on leatherhard clay, drawing through the slips (a technique called sgraffito), then bisque firing and using a clear glaze over the images. In these pieces I am interested in expressing gesture and liveliness thought the painting and drawing, in collusion with the form.

I do not make a “line” of anything, but do work in series. Mug shapes and sizes change with time. It is important to me that the work evolves and grows and I love making new discoveries in glazes and forms.

I make my own glazes. Sometimes materials I’ve been using for years suddenly become discontinued (very frustrating for a potter!) Bottom line: if you are looking to match something you bought from me years ago, it may not be an option.

All the work is lead-free, dishwasher and microwave safe. If you would like to see more work, I would encourage you to check out my online gallery, https://charliecummingsgallery.com/.

Enjoy!