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I'm Laurie Erdman, a lawyer turned potter turned health coach. I love mud, food and words. At Spirit of Clay I get to mix these loves, as I explore what clay means to me. Here I share new pots. I share other people's pots that move me. I discuss the connection between nature and pottery. I explore the spiritual lessons I have learned while working with clay. Grab a cup of tea and stay awhile.Other Places to Find Laurie & her Claytastic pottery
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Category Archives: Artistic Inspiration
Wall Flower: Toying with Wall Art
I’m headed back to the studio today. As much as I am looking forward to getting on the wheel, my find is focusing on the slab roller. The slab roller is not my natural choice for pottery tools. The wheel … Continue reading
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Tagged Catherine White, ceramic tiles, functional art, Natalie Blake, wall sculpture, wood-fired tiles
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A Dandy Good Time
I have been raking my brain for something to write about. Since, it’s been a while since I have been in the studio, I was coming up empty for something to share with you this Tuesday. My writer’s block was … Continue reading
A Creative Assessment of 2011
I began 2011 with my goals firmly focused on building my coaching practice. At the same time, I wondered where making pots would fit into my year. At the time, I wasn’t too sure. As we approach the mid-year point, … Continue reading
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Tagged Buddha bowls, focus, Nature as inspiration, sustenance
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Winter Redux
I knew the forecast was for snow, but I didn’t really believe it. It was almost April. But when I awoke Sunday morning and sat up in bed, I saw the roof of our neighbor’s garage. It was white, when … Continue reading
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Tagged flowers, inspiration, late winter storm, snow, spring
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First Signs of Spring 2011
I was all ready. Lorna Meaden was coming to town and I was getting to spend the whole weekend watching her make her amazing pots. But then the call came on Friday. She was sick. She wasn’t coming. Oh darn. … Continue reading
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Tagged art, flowers, inspiration, Lorna Meaden, nature, spring
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