The MFCarter Pottery Blog

Welcome to the MFCarter Pottery Blog — stories from the wheel, glaze experiments, Vermont ceramic studio life, and the slow craft behind each piece.

Greenleaf Vase
Vase Mark Carter Vase Mark Carter

Greenleaf Vase

Handmade light green ceramic vase with a softly carved stem and leaf design, bringing calm, nature-inspired beauty and modern artisan charm to any space.

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Azure Veil Vase
Vase Mark Carter Vase Mark Carter

Azure Veil Vase

I loved making this vase. The process was truly meditative for me—each step felt intentional and calming. I built Azure Veil from round coils rather than shaping it on a wheel. Building with coils fosters a direct, tactile connection to the clay because each coil is shaped, placed, and blended by hand.

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