richardaernipottery

Functional high fired pottery, featuring wood ash glaze

Rochester, New York
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Announcement    Welcome to my gallery! I have been a full-time potter for over 40 years, working every day in the studio making things that please me as much as I hope they will please you.

When I began in 1974, I was fresh out of stints working in, managing, and then owning vegetarian restaurants, as well as helping to manage an organic food co-op. I believed, and still do, that work with meaning helps to change you, and perhaps even the world, a bit at a time. Working with clay, one pot at a time, keeps my world in perspective, and allows me to connect with like-minded people all around. Over the years many of my customers have become my friends. This is a very user-friendly career! If you are unable to visit my booth at any of the craft shows I exhibit at during the year, or stop by my Rochester, NY studio and showroom, I hope you’ll be able to experience some of the joy I get out of my daily work by looking through these pots on display.

All of my pots are made from high-fired stoneware, a rugged clay that can withstand the rigors of daily use. I throw most of my pots, glaze them using wood ash and other glazes that I have developed over the years, and fire them either in a gas kiln of my design and construction, or more recently, in an electric kiln. The ash glazes develop their signature rivulet patterns during the last couple hundred degrees of their stay in the kiln, from about 2200-2400 degrees F, and those patterns, combined with the slip decorating I do on the wet clay, and the interaction with the other glazes I use, create a piece that refers to the natural world around us, without my actually trying to depict that world. I aim for my pieces to show my love of classic design, while reflecting my deep regard for our planet.

Making pots has truly combined many of my loves…the love of the earth that comes from my experiences growing fruits and vegetables, as well as my geology studies at university; the love of the limited-edition, hand-made object, and my love of cooking.

Enjoy your visit here, and if you want to learn more about my pots or about me, please stop by my website: www.richardaerni.com .

Thanks!

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Last updated on Feb 21, 2022

Welcome to my gallery! I have been a full-time potter for over 40 years, working every day in the studio making things that please me as much as I hope they will please you.

When I began in 1974, I was fresh out of stints working in, managing, and then owning vegetarian restaurants, as well as helping to manage an organic food co-op. I believed, and still do, that work with meaning helps to change you, and perhaps even the world, a bit at a time. Working with clay, one pot at a time, keeps my world in perspective, and allows me to connect with like-minded people all around. Over the years many of my customers have become my friends. This is a very user-friendly career! If you are unable to visit my booth at any of the craft shows I exhibit at during the year, or stop by my Rochester, NY studio and showroom, I hope you’ll be able to experience some of the joy I get out of my daily work by looking through these pots on display.

All of my pots are made from high-fired stoneware, a rugged clay that can withstand the rigors of daily use. I throw most of my pots, glaze them using wood ash and other glazes that I have developed over the years, and fire them either in a gas kiln of my design and construction, or more recently, in an electric kiln. The ash glazes develop their signature rivulet patterns during the last couple hundred degrees of their stay in the kiln, from about 2200-2400 degrees F, and those patterns, combined with the slip decorating I do on the wet clay, and the interaction with the other glazes I use, create a piece that refers to the natural world around us, without my actually trying to depict that world. I aim for my pieces to show my love of classic design, while reflecting my deep regard for our planet.

Making pots has truly combined many of my loves…the love of the earth that comes from my experiences growing fruits and vegetables, as well as my geology studies at university; the love of the limited-edition, hand-made object, and my love of cooking.

Enjoy your visit here, and if you want to learn more about my pots or about me, please stop by my website: www.richardaerni.com .

Thanks!

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  • Sally Allen on Mar 26, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    I got this set for my 17 year old granddaughter. She loves lattes, and I think she will love this. (Or she can eat her ice cream or desserts from it.)

    Richard

    Richard responded on Mar 27, 2024

    Thank you Sally. I think it's important to pass on your appreciation of handmade objects and how they can add meaning to one's everyday life. I hope she enjoys it as well.

  • Claudia on Mar 25, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    Once again Richard made a beautiful piece. I'm so thrilled. There's no way I could tell this was a second. Thank you Richard for your kindness, beautiful glazes, and artistry. You know I'll be back.

    Richard

    Richard responded on Mar 25, 2024

    Thanks Claudia! Hope you enjoy it as flower season is upcoming.

  • Keelie on Mar 18, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    The most beautiful jar I have ever seen. The craftsmanship from Richard is of the utmost quality, and the pictures don’t do the piece justice.

    Richard

    Richard responded on Mar 19, 2024

    Thanks Keelie! Glad it matched the piece as you saw it in your mind's eye. May you make beautiful compost!

  • Debbie on Feb 17, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    Love his pottery! It is packed with care.

    Richard

    Richard responded on Feb 20, 2024

    Debbie, Looks like a great dinner! Wishing you many more!

  • adrienne on Feb 17, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    The shape of this mug is pure elegance - it reminds me of an ancient artifact, that I somehow have the honor of owning ✨

    Richard

    Richard responded on Feb 17, 2024

    Thank you Adrienne! Happy customers make for happy potters. Enjoy your new pots and so glad they appeal. Best to you! Richard

  • adrienne on Feb 17, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    Gorgeous, well balanced, beautifully fired, and generally the most perfect travel cup for all the coffee you could ever want - thank you!

  • adrienne on Feb 17, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    This may be my favorite artist collaboration ever! The frog is a tiny, surprising delight - perched on a bowl that’s just gorgeous in and of itself 💛🐸

  • adrienne on Feb 17, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    My second purchase and certainly not my last. I cannot say enough good things about Richard’s work - the weight, feel, and glaze work is absolute perfection - thank you so much!

  • Debbie on Feb 16, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    I have always wanted pottery plates to be able to warm them and keep the food warm. These are beautiful 😊

    Richard

    Richard responded on Feb 17, 2024

    Thank you Debbie! Hope they serve you and the family well for many years. Best, Richard

  • adrienne on Feb 13, 2024

    5 out of 5 stars

    An absolutely gorgeous piece! The weight, balance, and glaze work are perfect, and tiny bat detail is just the best. I can’t thank you enough for the dreamy little espresso cup that came along ❤️ Will definitely be a repeat customer!

    Richard

    Richard responded on Feb 13, 2024

    Thanks Adrienne! You live in the land of awesome potters, so I am feeling very complimented. Enjoy your pieces!

About richardaernipottery

Sales 671
On Etsy since 2007

Handmade pottery for the table and around the house

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  • Carolyn Dilcher-Stutz

    Rochester, NY

    Carolyn is a talented potter and extraordinary sculptor. We share a studio and life. You can see her work at www.carolynsjing.etsy.com .

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