How was your May - it seems a blur for us as we had a very busy April and May. Our month started with final preparations for the Ceramic Showcase. What an awesome event showcasing 230 potters from our area at the largest indoor pottery show and sale. I was busy serving on two committees: the Special Events committee that hosted visiting Japanese Potters and the Physical Gallery Setup committee responsible for transporting, painting and setting up gallery pedestals for the 'best' pots in our show. Sandy and I featured our signature Nativity Scene and one of our favorite fish vases. We also had a piece in the 'Interiors' area that featured Asian style pieces to compliment the Japanese theme throughout.

After showcase we had some professional photos made of our featured pieces. The Nativity Scenes turned out so well we decided to take them to the Grotto for sale and we were fortunate to receive an order for several large and small Nativity Scenes. If you have never seen the Grotto it is one of Portland's Beautiful and Historic Gems. I hope you get a chance to visit and when you are there check out the gift shop for our Nativity Scenes.

Our jobs have kept us busier than normal but we are looking forward to some travel at the end of the month to help our God Daughter celebrate her wedding. We also got to help a collegue celebrate his wedding in beautiful St. Geneveive, MO earlier in the month.

In between being busy we have found time to make a few pots in the studio. I am cranking out some functional ware including cups, plates and bowls. These are long time favorites and sell well at the summer shows.

Until next time, take care of yourself!