As an exhibitor at every Los Angeles Pottery Show, Barbara Willis bridges the gap between
California pottery of the 1940's and today.  Her designs are timeless.  The doyenne of California
pottery, she is shown here at the February 2006 show.  Barbara's  early works are in high
demand and at the age of 91 this thoroughly modern woman continues to produce pottery for
collectors.   The definitive book on Barbara, authored by Jack Chipman will be available at the
show for purchase and signing.   
Pottery from Los Angeles' own Homeboy Industries  
                       debuts at the 2009 show
Presenting the work of Cedric and Christy Brown from Springville CA.
 The 2009 show will be the 2nd visit to the show from the Browns and
we are excited to have them back!  Their spectacular  contemporary
Interpretations  of antique arts and crafts designs are not to be
missed.  All pieces are either wheel thrown hand crafted or sculpted
high fire stoneware.  The couple met in 1971 and were drawn
together by their mutual love of art.  Don't miss these exciting arts
and crafts examples at the 2009 Los Angeles Pottery Show.  You can
visit their extensive website at: www.artpotters.com
Don't be disappointed!  Make sure you are on our mailing list.  Send us your name, address and zip code and we will send
you a discount admission pass for two at the next show, February 7-8, 2009 at The Pasadena ConventionCenter.  In addition
we'll keep you informed on related events.  Contact the show's producers Ken Stalcup or Dennis Warden at
LApotteryshow@aol.com
Preview 2009
Ephraim Faience Art Pottery

When we decided at the last show to include
contemporary pottery with an arts and crafts
influence in our show, we had no other choice but to
include Ephraim Faience.   They consistently have
provided affordable and finely crafted pottery to
collectors since 1996.   They are now celebrating ten
years of creating the finest in contemporary arts and
crafts style art pottery.  We congratulate them!

We're happy to announce that the Ephraim Faience
Art Pottery will be making their 2nd appearance at
the February 7-8, 2009 Los Angeles Pottery Show!  

Ephraim Faience art pottery is created by hand in the
arts and crafts style.   Distinctive shapes and glazes
highlight the beautiful collection.    Collectors
everywhere are taking notice of the quality,
craftsmanship and vibrant depth of color in each
example.    We're very excited they chose to
participate in the 10th annual Los Angeles Pottery
Show at the Pasadena Convention Center!

For more information regarding Ephraim Faience art
pottery and the "Ephraim Experience" you can visit
them at  www.ephraimpottery.com
FROM THE KILN OF CALIFORNIA POTTER JOHN LA POINTE, WE PRESENT
CONTEMPORARY  ARTS AND CRAFTS POTTERY
AT ITS FINEST!

THE LA POINTES HAVE BEEN WORKING IN CLAY FOR OVER 30 YEARS.  A LOVE
OF NATURE , CLAY, AND THE TECHNIQUES AND STYLE OF THE ARTS AND CRAFTS
ERA CAN BE SEEN IN THE RICH COLORS AND TEXTURE OF THEIR WORK.  WE ARE
LOOKING FORWARD TO THE 2009 SHOW AND VIEWING THEIR WORK FOR THE
FIRST TIME.
NEW FACES AT THE FEBRUARY 7-8, 2009 SHOW

We are pleased to announce that Fox and Lois Garney
of FOXLO POTTERY will be joining our roster of
exhibitors at the 10th Los Angeles Pottery Show.  Fox
and Lois have been collaborating on ceramic pieces
since 1972.  They met at the Ceramics Department of
San Jose State University where they discovered their
mutual love of clay.  After graduating with Bachelor of
Arts degrees they opened their first studio in Fresno, CA
 There they produced a line of ceramics that was
exhibited in many galleries and gift shops across the
United States.  Thier work has evolved from production
pottery to individually handcarved porcelain, which Fox
turns on the potter's wheel and they both carve using a
variety of techniques.  Their current work is exhibited
throughout California and Arizona.   We're excited that
they decided to join us in 2009!  Judging from these four
examples of their work, they will be a big HIT!
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF POTTERY EXCELLENCE!

As we approach the 10th year anniversary of  The Los Angeles Pottery Show, we
feel it fitting to thank the thousands of attendees who have made our show so
popular.  In addition we know it would not be possible without the loyalty, support and
expertise of our exhibitors.    They  mean everything to us.

THEY ARE SIMPLY, THE BEST!

In addition to always presenting the finest in antique art pottery and tile we have
selected various contemporary potters working in the antique style to join our show
in 2009.  We feel they represent the very best in their field.  After you've seen their
work, we think you will too!  Below are a sampling of what you can expect to find at
the next Los Angeles Pottery Show!
BE SURE TO VISIT JOHN AND NOREEN
LA POINTE IN SPACE # 48 AT THE
2009 SHOW
Presenting the exciting work of James and Linda
Haggerty, noted potters from Santa Barbara, California.   
All of their pieces are hand thrown on the potter's wheel.  
They are known for their finely crafted traditional and
contemporary shapes with rich colorful lusters,
interesting textures and brilliant metallic glazes.  We are
very pleased they will be joining us in space #68 at the
next Los Angeles Pottery Show
We are more than excited to welcome to the 2009 Los Angeles Pottery Show
examples from the pottery class from Homeboy Industries.   Various pieces of
pottery done by the class will be on display and all will be for sale to the public.  In
addition The Los Angeles Pottery Show will be donating the proceeds from the
pottery appraisals done at the show by noted pottery authorities, David Rago and
Suzanne Perrault.  
The class, under the direction of Alana Scott and
Carole Bloom, was formed in 2007.   Homeboy
Industries was founded 20 years ago by Father
Gregory Boyle, SJ.  It is a gang intervention
organization that assists gang members to leave
the gangs, learn job skills to make them stronger
and be better prepared candidates for permanent
employment.  Homeboy serves as a beacon of hope
for those looking for a second chance at life.  Their
new headquarters are located just two blocks from
Union Station.  Visit their website at
www.homeboy-industries.org
We think you'll agree, the work done by these novice pottery
students, former gang members, is stunning!   Every piece
has a story as do all of the young people who created it.  Be
sure not to miss them in space #79 on February 7-8, 2009!  
Photo credit: Jeffrey Bloom