About Me

I was born in a small town in New Hampshire in 1957. I always liked "Playin in the Mud" and have not stopped. I took my first class in 1974 at the League of New Hampshire Craftsman in Exeter, the instructor was Lorraine Dilmore. I learned very quickly. Its amazing how fast we can learn when we skip school to learn to make pottery on the wheel. That didnt last too long and was not allowed back into the studio until school hours had ended. Within two years, I had learned enough and developed skills that would enable me to teach others the basics in wheel throwing, and did this at the Market Basket in Portsmouth N. H. In 1977, I moved to Atlanta Georgia and continued throwing at Callenwolde Fine Arts Center in the Midtown area. For the next 30+ years, I was busy getting married, driving a truck and watching 2 kids grow up way too fast (Daniel & Emily) It wasn't until January of 2008, that I had a chance to re-enter the World of the Potter. In 2009 I had a chance to move to West Philadelphia PA. and here I am now, teaching pottery to adults and children at the University City Arts League at 4226 Spruce Street.

And No! I am not stoned ... I always look like this.

Call (215) 954-8327

WEST PHILADELPHIA PA.

dave@fatmanspottery.com