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NATALIE WARRENS
While these continue to be wild times, we are all doing our best to adjust to whatever currently IS. I have faith that art, beauty and collective compassion will see us through. I am pleased that the venues where we gather to share and sell art are being held in person. Through it all I'm still making pots, and will continue to do so, because it is what I love to do. My love of clay and desire to celebrate the beauty of this great art form fuels my creative energy! Clay has been a major part of my life for fifty-two years. Since 1973, I have utilized a broad array of ceramic processes, including functional, sculptural, low-fire, mid-range Cone 6, high-fire reduction and woodfire to explore the amazing nature of clay in regard to form and surface decoration. After all these years, I still love and am passionate about what I do! I began selling my work in the Chicago area while also teaching ceramics part-time at both the university level and in Chicago's public schools as a visiting artist. Much of my inspirations came from these early teaching experiences, especially while working with children. Their spontaneity and daring use of color continue to influence my work! Please see recent work on my Etsy Page and/or contact me directly via email or phone. |
UPCOMING EVENTS • 2025 & 2026
Wild Arts Festival 2025 Saturday, December 6, 10am - 5pm Sunday, December 7, 10am - 4pm Wingspan Event Center, Hillsboro OR (map) Explore beautiful artwork, nature-inspired books, an array of silent auction items, and much more. When you make a purchase at the Wild Arts Festival, you’ll be supporting Bird Alliance of Oregon’s mission to inspire all people to love and protect birds, wildlife, and the natural environment upon which life depends. Find that piece of art you truly connect with as a gift for yourself or a loved one. Holiday Studio Sale Saturday and Sunday, December 13 & 14, 10am - 5pm Friday and Saturday, December 19 & 20, 10am - 5pm 3625 NE 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97212 (map) Natalie will feature vibrant porcelain and woodfire pieces. Nancy Wilkins features prints and metal sculpture. Oregon Potters Association Ceramic Showcase Friday - Sunday, April 24 - 26, 2026 Friday, 10am-7pm; Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 10am-5pm Oregon Convention Center, Hall D 777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr Blvd Portland, OR 97232 (map) Art in the Pearl Labor Day Weekend, September 5 - 7, 2026 Saturday and Sunday, 10am-5pm Monday, 10am-4pm The Northwest Park blocks of Portland, Oregon, between NW Davis and NW Flanders at NW 8th Avenue (map) TEACHING AND WORKSHOPS • 2025 & 2026 Ceramics: I @ Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR. Fall and Winter terms, M/W, 6-9 pm Beginning and Intermediate Ceramics @ Clackamas Community College, Oregon City. Fall and Winter terms, T/Th, 6-9pm GO TO CONE 6 PORCELAIN WOODFIRE CONTACT |