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Dave Drake Studio Barn
Written By: Billy Love | Issue: October - 2022
The almost mystical alchemy of fire, earth, and unfettered imagination lies at the heart of The Bascom’s Studio Barn Member Pottery Show, October 14 -15.
There is something about clay – the fact that it is of the earth, that it is wet and cold, both pliable and resistant – that makes working with it as a ceramic artist an experience like no other. The members of the Open Studio at The Bascom know this all too well. If they arrive at the Dave Drake Studio Barn first thing in the morning, they may surprise themselves when they look up and see that it is mid-afternoon; the act of making is all-absorbing, the tactile nature of working in clay is especially so. If you leave it too long, clay has a way of changing its workability – it requires your attention. When you add to this the community spirit that is part of a ceramics studio, it is simply an all-engrossing creative experience. Visitors to The Bascom can see our studio members in action every day and can purchase works made in-house. Studio Members also feature their work in a two-day show where their pottery is on view and available for purchase. This year is the 11th bi-annual Studio Barn Member Pottery Show, being held October 14 -15. These popular events draw hundreds of visitors to The Bascom campus. Proceeds of the volunteer operated event go to support The Bascom’s Ceramics Program. Corbin Tucker, one of the studio members who will exhibit in this year’s fall show, reflects on her experience at The Bascom “I have enjoyed this beautiful campus since The Bascom opened. I appreciate the challenging workshops offered here, and the shared artistic energy among the artists in the studio. My thanks to all in the community who worked to make this amazing space a reality.” The Dave Drake Studio Barn at The Bascom has much to offer the community and visitors, and the fall season is a special time to visit this space. Guests of all ages, and levels can be introduced to clay with one of our popular private and small group sessions that let everyone get their hands in the mud. A deeper immersion is available through the Open Studio program, where participants gain access to extended studio time, helpful skill building classes in the Resident Artist Series, and the opportunity sell work in the two annual Studio Barn member shows.
by Billy Love, The Bascom
photos by Bianca Mitchell
