| Introduction |
Chase Cranor here.
I run Down the Road Clayworks where I make a variety of functional and sculptural ceramic pieces.
In addition to ceramics I also enjoy illustration, animation, and writing/performing music.
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| My Artist Statement |
My work is driven by the principles of practical function, technical precision, and fantastical expression.
I make pieces with unique, some might say bizarre, qualities such as tentacles for handles, peeping eyes, and sometimes hidden teeth.
I embrace my Celtic heritage and employ the symbols and carving techniques once used by ancient Celts to adorn historic standing stones and illuminated manuscripts, only I use the techniques on leather hard pottery instead of rocks or paper to create intricate unbroken knotwork patterns.
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| My CV |
Bachelor of Fine Arts from University of Oregon
Glaze Lab Technician at UofO
Two years working apprenticeship for Road’s End Pottery out of Banks Oregon
Four years working as Glaze Maker, Mold Caster, and Research & Development Associate for Pratt & Larson Ceramics
Events I’ve vended/demoed at include:
- Newport Celtic Festival and Highland Games
- Yachats Celtic Music Festival
- Douglas County Highland Games
- Lane County Scottish Festival
- Eugene Irish Festival
- Art in the Vineyard, Lane County
- Mt. Angel Hazelnut Festival
- Oregon Renaissance Fair
- Canterbury Renaissance Fair
- Faire in the Grove, Forest Grove
- Fairie Worlds
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