Ron Philbeck

I started making pots in 1992 after returning home from college. Through workshops and classes and much time spent at the wheel I began my training as a potter. In 1996 I set up my kiln and workshop and established myself as Cleveland County's only full-time working potter. When I stop to think about it, it's pretty amazing that I am doing what I love to do. Being a functional potter is challenging in that I have to work within certain limitations. After all, the pots must work well and stand up to everyday use, as well as be pleasing visually and invite the user to hold and touch them. I feel the pottery is a communication between the potter and the person using the pot. My desire is to make pots that have character and integrity that are as delightful to use as they are for me to make.

Shelby, NC