Friday, November 25, 2011

Now at Prize: Nathan Falter Pottery



"My pots investigate the sculptural nature of objects and the desire for useful ware." - Nathan Falter


Nathan Falter's current work takes inspiration from the beginning of the industrial revolution--a time when things were mass produced but not fully mechanized. It was a moment when man was just beginning to master machine. His pieces embody the quirky nature of discovery and reflect a desire to revisit the past.

Falter prefers to work as immediately as possible in small groups, six to a dozen pieces at a time. Most pieces are wheel thrown, altered, and assembled. He uses a limited palette of very sensitive glazes and fires often in a small gas-fueled kiln. His work cycle is chaotic, but it allows for the whole making process to be seen as a moment, a moment where the piece reveals itself.

Raised in southern Missouri, Nathan Falter earned a B.F.A. in ceramics from Missouri State University in 1995, and an M.F.A. in ceramics and sculpture from the University of Delaware in 1998. In addition to creating pieces for exhibitions and commission work, he teaches as an adjunct professor at Missouri State University. In 1998, he co-founded a community clay center with his wife, Jennifer Falter.

Come visit Nathan and watch a live demonstration at Prize on Saturday, December 10.

Monday, November 14, 2011

Prize Goes To Washington DC


In partnership with Peruvian Connection, Prize will make its east coast debut on Saturday, November 19. Best known for intrigue, power, scandal, our nation's capitol has it all. Located just steps from historic Ford's Theatre at 950 F Street NW, Peruvian Connection is located in the heart of the newly energized Penn Quarter.

With a backdrop of exposed brick and reclaimed wood the amazing selection of wearable art comes to life alongside hand selected antiques and objects de arte.



Come by, have a seat and take it all in...we hope to see you soon.