Amy Wharf

My first encounter with clay was in high school art class in Columbus, Ohio. I was signed up for a drawing class but happened to wander into the clay studio one day.  The minute I touched the clay, I knew that was what I wanted to do.

Throughout my college years, however, I pursued another strong interest; music.  After graduating, I came to Spokane with my husband with the intention of pursuing a musical career.  But in the years since high school, I never forgot how wonderful it felt to work with the clay and secretly wished to again.

In 1983, I decided to pursue my long-held interest in clay and started by taking a course at the Spokane Art School.  Then I attended a workshop given by the late David Shaner, whose pottery I love.  However, I am mostly self-taught .  I've learned by reading, examining other pots, and talking with other artists.  I am also inspired by my father who has been involved with ceramics since 1975 and is a member of the Colorado Potter?s Guild.  We are constantly sharing ideas.

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