ABOUT CELTICPOTS
Triskelion Symbol
The Celticpots logo pre-dates the Celts and it’s called “Triskelion (AKA the Triskele or the Celtic Spiral).” The Celts adopted this symbol as their own as they believed everything of importance came in threes. It can be found carved on stone, wood and metal throughout Ireland and Europe going back centuries. There are various interpretations of this symbol but I have chosen the one which represents strength, progress and moving forward. The infinite flow of the symbol where there is no start or ending represents the carving on each pot as it gives an unstructured element to the finished piece.
Style
This handcrafted pottery brings together Celtic and Appalachian. By using traditional pottery techniques from N.C. and Celtic carving symbols which represents my heritage and what I ran around as a school boy in the Irish landscape. The goal is to bring a sense of easy flow, an ancient feeling and a wildness to each pot.
Function & Color
Each pot is fired to cone 6 (~2200F/1200C) temperature in an electric kiln. All pots are functional in nature and food safe. The pots Can be used in your home however you choose and find enjoyable. Strokes of Color have been used to give a sense of dimension while pulling your eye to the carving and also used to reveal drawings in the inside of bowls and plates. The surprise element of drawing and carving with a touch of color will hopefully bring enjoyment to your home.
Influences:
The main influences in my pottery comes from our daily use of pots from our favorite potters over the years;(Ben Owen III, Suze Lindsay, Mark Peters, Mangum pottery, Ruggles & Rankin, Marty Fielding, Jeff Osetreich, Linda McFarland, Judith Duff, Mark Hewitt, Pamela Owen, Jug Town, Kings Pottery, John Vasquez, Michael Rutkowsky, Shane Mickey, Kyle Carpenter). Add to this where I live in the mountains and being raised in Ireland, it all comes out in the pot.!