radio, you must have faith that they are there and hope that, by a kind
of apostolate, criticism will eventually create 1 propitious climate for

the visual arts.
Joan Lowndes

POTTERS GUILD MEETING September 18th.

We met in a new location , St. Paul's Church Hall, and gathered around
a pleasant fire. Several owners of craft shops in Vancouver came and
offered suggestions, Among the items frequently asked for were soup
tureens and bowls, bookends, large ashtrays, hanging planters, salts
and peppers, tiles and small sculptures.

Reg Dixon commented that a craftsman should make what he likes

and eventually create a market for his work. The question of more
colour in ware was also raised and that of the smooth finish of bases,
Heated discussion on all these issues showed that we were in the
realm of aesthetics versus practicalities and it was obvious that there
were differences which each potter would have to resolve for himself.

The pros and cons of direct buying, consignment and discounts were
also discussed. It might be worthwhile for the Potters' Guild to work
out a policy in these matters and for all of us to use the policy in our
business dealings.

Don Hutchinson talked about plans for Hycroft and ended with such a
moving plea for help that he disappeared under an avalanch of eager
helpers. The handsome posters have been silkscreened by members
and are ready for distribution. For more on Hycroft see Don's
report.

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