Philosophy for creativity: First, you must try; second, don't give up.

If you have an addictive personality, don't try pottery. If you hate getting dirty, don't try pottery. If you are a fanatic about your housework, don't try pottery.' Just kidding, except the part about the housework, and couldn't quit making pots if I wanted to, and my husband (Jim) doesn't mind that I'' muddy almost everyday.

Our lives started here in Rutherfordton ten years ago, (seems like yesterday). I vividly remember the day our real estate agent showed us property in the Green Hill area. Could we do it? Yes, Jim made it happen and we are so grateful that we live here! Some years later, enrolling in ICC's pottery class seemed like a fun thing to try. Most of my life, I have been driven to make "something" hoping it may be considered artful... My work is wheel thrown and hand built. Many of the pieces are one of a kind and are made of stoneware. Some pieces are functional, some fantasy, some fanciful, some a little funky. I work out of my home and glaze fire at the Good Earth Studio. I owe most of my knowledge of pottery to Kiowa Cilone and John King.

Five years have passed since I started this craft. My work could not have evolved with out the help of many. I am grateful to everyone who wanted me to succeed, especially my husband. He has assisted me in acquiring my equipment, built my shelving, and accompanied me at the pottery shows.

What more could I ask for? More clay please!!

CINDY STREIB, clay