Monday, June 21, 2010

Mike Knox - Potter

Name: Mike Knox Knox Studios 2, Strawberry Point , Iowa

Website: www.mikeknoxstudio.com

Email: studio2@mikeknoxstudio.com

What kind of art do you make? Woodfired ceramics

When did you start creating art? As a child

How did you get started? Received my MFA in 2001

What inspires you? British sculptors, antiques, and traditional pots

How did you develop your style? Hard work

How did you learn? BFA from Kent State , MFA from UW-Madison

How do you work best? Making a lot of work, drawing, sculpture, pots, etc

How do you approach a new piece? With zeal

What have you learned? Get into the studio everyday regardless if you make something or not

How do you fit art into your personal/family life? Art is my personal life and encompasses my family on every level

Where do you work? My studio along with teaching at the university part-time

What is your favorite thing about creating? It fills an instinctive need

Do you offer classes? We offer drawing classes, paper making classes, and ceramic workshops…go to our website and subscribe to our BLOG for updates www.mikenoxstudio.com

Why do you enjoy the art tour? I like to reach out to people and share the wonderful communication of the arts


Monday, June 7, 2010

Supporter: Country Trails Inn and Suites

In addition to featuring our artists, we'd like to highlight our business sponsors. Thank you so much to all of our friends and supporters including...

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