Personal and professional info Who is the artist?
My name is Jennie; I have had my hands in clay since I was 13 years old. After years of attending classes at the Edina Art Center, I went to the University of Minnesota, where I met my husband Joe. We both graduated with art degrees specializing in ceramics. Joe and I both teach ceramics at Powderhorn Park in Minneapolis, but I also teach at the Edina Art Center, the very place I started taking classes. When we are not making pots, we like to bike, canoe, camp, and rollerblade. Sometimes, we take our dog Theo along since he loves the outdoors as much as we do. When we''re at home, I often have a knitting project in hand, since that is one of my other passions. I just have to be careful that our cat Abbey doesn''t run off with the yarn.
Where is the work created?
All of our work is made at our home studio in South Minneapolis. Joe and I share the space. While most of my work is thrown, Joe''s specialty is hand built ceramics.
How is the work created?
Each piece is made by hand and individually crafted. Our process includes many steps to end up with a unique, one of a kind, functional piece of art. First, we prepare the clay and then throw each piece by hand. Once we trim each piece, we apply slips and under glazes to the surface in a variety of patterns and motifs. Then we hand carve each piece to create the crisp outlines and unique texture. After the piece dries for a number of days, we load the kiln for a bisque firing. After we glaze each piece, we load the kiln again for the final firing. The finished piece is now completely watertight and food safe, ready for you to use in your home. We hope you will bring your pieces into your life and enjoy using them every day. Details of doing business with us How do I make a purchase?
We encourage your purchases online. Alternatively, you may fax us at (612) 724-8757. You may also see us at a variety of art shows from April through October around the Upper Midwest, as well as our November and December Holidays sales at our home in Minneapolis.
What about sales tax?
Residents of the state of Minnesota are required to add 6.5% sales tax to each purchase. However, Minnesota residents of Minneapolis or St Paul are required to add 7% sales tax.
How do you ship the pieces I buy?
We ship by USPS. We only charge according to what it costs us to get our work to you. For example, our base shipping for shipping 1 mug is $8.00 and each additional piece is $4.00. The shipping cost for other items will depend on the size, quantity, and distance shipped. We will provide that cost prior to shipping when you supply an email address with your order.
What if my piece is damaged in shipping?
We do our best to make sure that your pieces will arrive in their new homes safe and sound. But if there has been an unfortunate event on its journey to you, we will replace it as quickly as possible and free of charge. We do need to hear from you within a week so that we can get your replacement to you in a timely fashion. Please note that due to the individuality of each piece, there may be slight differences in your replacement piece. All effort will be made to produce a happy outcome.
What if I have questions?
We are happy to answer any of your questions. You can email me at
(jennie@jenniethepotter.com) Or you can send a fax to (612) 724-8757. Please feel free to contact us at any time with any question.
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