elcome to Singing Hands Pottery. Almost everything we come into contact with today is mass-produced. The sheer joy of making something by hand, working with the clay itself, is a constant source of inspiration to me... a reminder that there is beauty in forms that are turned and considered by hand... an act of rebellion and a statement about the value of handmade objects.

A bag of clay inspires me to look at techniques which challenge construction; seeing ordinary objects as unusual shapes; asking how far I can push the clay and still create viable – and hopefully beautiful – forms.

When I work with clay, it’s as though my hands are singing, and I hope my work carries the feel of the song. Taking time to refine a design or an idea in various ways, using different styles and techniques, is a way to stay connected with my creativity and to share ideas with the many friends I’ve made through this journey. I'm presently intrigued with design elements from the Art Deco period, and working a series I call "American Culture," which incorporates the great TV shows of my childhood into clay works. It’s my hope that these pieces will become a part of someone’s memories; to be given as gifts; passed down, treasured and shared.

Gaye Markley
Singing Hands Pottery

ABOUT GAYE MARKLEY / SINGING HANDS POTTERY

Gaye Markley is a self-taught potter who has independently studied the potter’s craft for more than fifteen years. She has several patrons who commission regular work. Other professional work includes product marketing and large-scale event management in the financial services and technology industries, props and technical design with several of the city’s professional theatre companies, and as a location and properties assistant on feature films and made-for-television movies.

Gaye's work is currently on display at Framing Artistry Art Gallery and Caffe Stella Bistro in Atlanta.

TOP OF PAGE

EXHIBITS AND SALES

2009
Pinckneyville, Beginning Wheel Pottery, Instructor
Mayco Colors Instructional Workshop, Host
Ceramic Jewelry Making Workshop, Instructor
MudFire Gallery Holiday Show

2008
Pinckneyville, Beginning Wheel Pottery, Instructor
Pinckneyville Summer Student Show
Pinckneyville Holiday Show and Sale
MudFire Gallery Holiday Show
CheckFree Art Fair, Wheel Demonstration

2007
Pinckneyville Spring Pottery and Art Sale
Pinckneyville Holiday Show and Sale
Pinckneyville Student Exhibit
MudFire Gallery, “Put a Lid on It” (Juried)
MudFire Gallery Holiday Show

2006
Pinckneyville Holiday Show
Solo Exhibit, Pinckneyville

TOP OF PAGE

WORKSHOPS ATTENDED

2009
Paul Andrew Wandless, "Image Transfer Techniques"
Akira Satake, "Inspired By Nature"

2008
Liz Zlot Summerfield, "Elegant and Intimate"

2007
Rick Berman and Ron Meyers, "Friends Reflecting on 35 Years"

TOP OF PAGE

SAMPLES OF RECENT WORK

Black Cube Jewelry Box with Red Velvet Lining

TOP OF PAGE

Basket Weave Bowl

TOP OF PAGE

Chocolate Pot with Cups

TOP OF PAGE

CONTACT

To discuss commissions, exhibits, classes and personal tutoring in the Atlanta area,
please contact Gaye Markley at:

TO HELP PREVENT SPAM, THE ADDRESS ABOVE IS NOT CLICKABLE.
PLEASE TYPE IT INTO YOUR EMAIL PROGRAM BY HAND.

TOP OF PAGE

LINKS

MudFire Clayworks
Atlanta's premier studio and gallery for the potter's art.

Mud as Life Lesson Part 1
A blog post you might enjoy. Scroll down to the July 30, 2009 post.

Daniel Cormier's Flickr Page
Features an old-fashioned ceramic shaving scuttle, custom made by Gaye Markley / Singing Hands Pottery.

MORE LINKS ARE UNDER CONSTRUCTION. PLEASE BOOKMARK THIS PAGE AND STOP BY AGAIN SOON.

TOP OF PAGE

COPYRIGHT © 2009, GAYE MARKLEY / SINGING HANDS POTTERY.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
THE TERM "SINGING HANDS POTTERY" HAS TRADEMARKS PENDING.
LOGO AND PAGE DESIGN: ART101.COM