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President’s Message

At the time of writing, two-thirds of our members have renewed
their memberships. Hopefully the rest will quickly follow suit in
October. With the shaky economy we have right now, it really helps
us in making a realistic budget for next year.

For the past few years the date for our annual general meeting has
been sliding back—getting later and later in the year. Next year we
hope to change that trend and bring it forward to February. With that
in mind, now is the time for us to seek members who are interested
in shaping the future of this organization by joining the Board of

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Sheryl McKay from CBC radio interviews Mary Fox.

Classic Forms Revisited by Mary Fox. A truly memorable exhibition.

Directors. New members bring fresh views and skills that help our
organization remain vibrant and meaningful to its members. If you
are thinking about joining this active team or if you know someone
who might be a good candidate, please contact me or any other board
member for more information (contact info is on the back page of

this newsletter).

—Jinny Whitehead

Ga | le ry N @wWS By Sharon Cohen

First and foremost, a big thank you to all of the gallery artists who
sent in their photos and text for our new Bio Cards initiative. It’s
wonderful to be able to emphasize to our customers that the work we
sell is made by real people (not factories!) and that they all haves stories
to tell, statements to make and beauty to add to this world. When
selling to customers, it’s so much more meaningful when you can adda
personal dimension to it all, and the plexi-mounted bio cards look very
professional too. Looking good, working well!

Speaking of looking good and working well, irs been an absolute
pleasure hosting Mary Fox’s Classic Forms Revisited exhibition. The
opening reception was extremely well attended, and sales were brisk.
‘There was a wonderful atmosphere, all kinds of buzz and excitement
in the air, with people enjoying themselves to the max. Prior to the
opening, Mary was interviewed by Sheryl McKay of CBC Radio, and
the delightful interview was broadcast the following weekend. Since
the opening, we've been doing our best to emulate Mary’s enthusiasm
as she presents her own work. We listened with bated breath as she
explained to gallery visitors how she forms her pieces and utilises her
glazes, and we've since been conveying the details to customers, who are
as intrigued and impressed as we are. I love observing customers as they
walk into the gallery. Invariably, they look immediately to the left, their
eyes drawn in by the impact of Mary’s exquisite pieces. We'll be so sad
when the show is over. @

What’s Inside:

Paul Scott Lecture, North-West Ceramics Foundation
Gallery Volunteers Save the Day!
NCECA is coming to Seattle
A Cup a Week
On the Road in Oregon
O Carter Wosk Creative Achievement Awards

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Potters Guild of BC Newsletter : October 2041