Brenda’s creations are based on natural elements that pre-date recorded history. Dragons, Mythology,
and a touch of Art Nouveau are found in a variety of pieces that Brenda creates. She has both feet firmly
planted in the ceramics world, one in funk-tional, the other in sculpture.
Brenda continues to expand her repertoire , testing new forms and ideas. She will continue to grow her
new series “Jelly Bean Row Pots” based on the colourful houses from her Newfoundland origins. Nature
inspired sculptures are always on the horizon of possibilities.
You will find Brenda’s and 27 other potters’ work at our Annual Holiday Sale, November 29 – December 1, 2019 at our Talwood location.
Please note October’s meeting is one week earlier (Oct 7) due to Thanksgiving.
Emily is an Ottawa-based ceramicist, instructor and technician. Her work is characterized by a delicate balance between the careful precision of her foundation in wheel-thrown functional ware and an emerging organic-abstract sculptural sensibility. She first studied ceramics at Westmount Visual Arts Centre’s School of Art in Montreal and is a graduate of FUSION’s Creative Directions program. Since moving to Ottawa in 2013, Emily has pursued both an education and a career in clay and is an active member of Ottawa’s vibrant ceramics community. She teaches wheel and handbuilding classes at LOAM Clay Studio and Hintonburg Pottery Shop, maintains her studio practice, and sits on the executive committee for the Ottawa Guild of Potters.
Emily Dore’s Hidden World series considers that which remains unseen, in both the physical world and the recesses of our collective unconscious. The mysterious, alien worlds of fungi provides a framework for exploring conflicting emotions of delight and discomfort, fascination and fear. Cultivating curiosity towards these powerful feelings, both positive and negative, is foundational to the creation of this body of work. In her talk Fruiting Bodies: Exploring “The Hidden World”, the origins, creative process, and technical concerns of this unique set of sculptural pieces will be discussed. Mushroom-making demo included.
Karina (Horus Eye Pottery) has been an active potter for about 15 years and just recently took the plunge into working full-time in her studio. Her work is strongly influenced by medieval, and especially middle eastern designs and ornamentation. She also very much enjoys making reproduction pottery for the re-enactment community. In 2016, Karina participated in the Fusion Mentorship program under Michelle Mendlowitz, and in 2018, she travelled to Icheon, Korea with 5 other members of the Guild, to learn techniques from Korean pottery masters. Also in 2018, Karina was accepted into the KPG Juried show at the Peterborough Art Gallery and was honoured to win the Design Award from Angelo di Petta. You can find Karina’s work in our Pottery Shop and she will also be participating in the 2019 Holiday Sale from Nov. 29 – Dec. 1. When she is not in her pottery studio, Karina is part of two musical groups; Hardwood Cat and Hurly Burly.
At our AGM on September 9th, the Guild recognized 2 members who have contributed greatly to our success today. June Goodwin, one of our favourite teachers, was presented with the Appreciation Award, in thanks for her years as Guild chair (before we became a not-for-profit), as treasurer, as well as her energy getting us to take the leap to move into our current Talwood location in the first place. We wouldn’t be in this spot now if it weren’t for you June – thank you!
Margit Beesley was given the Lifetime Membership Award. Margrit came to Peterborough from the Toronto Guild and she and George Stewart were two of the original members of the KPG. Margrit brought guild knowledge with her to assist in the formation of our guild (over 25 years ago now!) and actively participated in and supported the Guild through the years. When the proposal to move to Talwood was made, Margrit jumped on the band wagon with enthusiasm and support. Once we were open, she helped out often in the Shop as well as running workshops and presentations for our members. Margrit only just recently retired from teaching our regular hand building class for us, for which she will be missed. Thank you Margrit for all the support you have given the Guild over the years.
We are extremely excited to announce that Wayne Cardinalli, a Trent graduate, and a founding member of Artspace, will be coming back to Peterborough, to the KPG to give a day-long demonstration workshop. Wayne is well known in the Canadian world of ceramics, as he has been potting for over 40 years. He is much in demand as a teacher and demonstrator, and we are so lucky to have him visit!
He will be showing us his tips and tricks on Sunday, October 20th, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. If you are a member, we ask that you register in the Pottery Shop. Non-members can register here.
Learn how to apply clean wax lines and to use glazing methods that will enhance your bisque pottery. Improve your understanding on how different types of cone 6 glazes appear on different types of cone 6 clay bodies.
This workshop will run over 2 days, on Saturday October 5 & Sunday October 6 from 1-4 p.m. each day. The cost for this workshop is $152.55 (inc. HST) for non-members and $135.60 (inc. HST) for members. Online registration is found here. Members please register for this workshop in the Gallery or contact Clara at for more details. Space is limited, so don’t delay. Please note that if you wish your work fired at the Guild, there may be a separate charge for this.
Darlene Malcolm-Moran is our teacher for this really informative workshop. We run this workshop periodically to assist potters with glaze application issues. Darlene is one of our popular teachers here at KPG and you will find her attention to detail very useful in this workshop.
The Kawartha Potters Guild is pleased to be participating in this event sponsored by Artisan Centre Peterborough (ACP) and funded by the New Horizons for Seniors Program. There will be demonstrations, hands on activities and beginner handbuilding classes offered each day, Sept.13-15, 10-4. Take a look at the site and register for a course in pottery, gourd making, woodworking, embroidery, stain glass and much more!
Even though the summer isn’t over yet, our artisans are busy at work designing and making beautiful pieces for you to peruse at our annual Holiday Sale. This year’s sale is on Friday, November 29, 2-8 p.m., Saturday, November 30, 10 a.m – 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 1 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The sale will be at our Talwood location. Mark your calendars! Keep an eye on this space as we update you on what to expect at our sale this year.
Our very own Darlene Malcolm-Moran will be conducting this week-long throwing workshop at the end of August. A popular teacher at KPG, Darlene’s work is governed by the tenants of beauty, functionality & form, as well as fine craftsmanship. We know this class will push your skills to the next level. This workshop is not intended for beginners, but for those already able to throw a 6″ cylinder, equivalent bowl and plate. Improve your throwing skills to create well balanced consistent pottery. Learn how to trim and finish clay additions to your thrown pottery so all is well crafted.
Darlene conducting a class
This workshop runs the week of August 26 – 30, 2019, (Mon – Fri) from 10:00am – 4:00pm each day ( Break: 12:30 – 1:30pm for Lunch ). Please bring your own pottery tools and a lunch. This workshop costs $372.90 (inc HST) for non-members and $327.70 (inc HST) for members. Members please apply for this class in the gallery or contact Clara at for more details. This class has a limited attendance, so don’t delay. Online registration is here.
The itinerary for this week-long workshop:
Monday & Tuesday : Throw, throw & throw. Bigger, taller, & thinner. Bowls, cylinders, & plates.
The clay will be provided for the Monday & Tuesday classes. All pots will be cut in half to assess what steps are needed for your throwing improvements. Wednesday : You may purchase clay from the Guild and we will be throwing pots that will be trimmed. Thursday: Trimming your pottery. Smooth bottoms are important. Friday: Finishing with clay additions, handles and decorating our trimmed leather hard pottery.
Discussing how to glaze these pieces.
One of Darlene’s vases selected for the 2018 Inspired Mud juried show.
Our Spring Sale is happening Friday May 3, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A wide variety of pottery will be available for your gift giving needs. Pottery is a unique and personal gift, ideal for wedding, shower, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, teachers, birthdays or hostess gifts; and don’t forget to treat yourself!! Admission is free and will include a chance to win an awesome door prize! Hope to see you there!
Ginny Clark has some planters for spring.Lillian Forester’s prepping for the show.
