Bumping your post. I’m not into pottery but my father was quite good at all things art. He was a metal sculptor, potter, painter and all things multi-media.
My childhood was spent traveling to summer outdoor art shows all across this great nation. It was a fun way to grow up as a child. I saw a lot of the country and met a lot of great people.
He was a teacher for his ‘real’ job the other 9 months of the year. He had one man shows in NYC and in Paris and Minneapolis. He was a great guy.
I so appreciate conservatives that pursue the art angle. We are waaaay outnumbered today. Not so much then.
Can’t help you with throwing clay. I do papier mache when I feel moved. Too many damn gardens! I’m glad it’s cold now and I can create!
Sounds like a wonderful childhood. My 2nd child might be like your dad. He takes art in high school. He is/has been very good and creative at pottery, jewellery, drawing, etc. I haven’t talked with him recently about it, but last he indicated to me, he wants to be an art teacher.