Arrive Early for the Pottery Club Sale

Matthew Minecci, staff writer

     Coming soon on Saturday, Dec. 7, the Dickinson building will be filled to the brim with people looking to buy the perfect Christmas gift or a beautiful pot. On that day, the Pottery Club is holding a massive sale where all the students from PVCC’s Ceramics classes get together to sell their various projects. But be warned, the art doesn’t last long, often getting sold out in mere hours. In fact, the sale only lasts from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., with works often selling out before they close down.

“People are often lining up at the door as early as 8 a.m,” said Professor of Art Tom Clarkson, and organizer of the event. 

Most of the buyers are looking for smaller, more functional pieces, such as pots and vases, which are dishwasher safe, and that is the majority of what is being sold, with most of the price range being around $15. However, this varies from piece to piece, with some of them getting much more expensive. 

Of particular note are some of the more detailed sculptures, which can go up to $100. If you are thinking about making a big purchase, it is important to know that they only accept cash and checks.

The sales themselves don’t go to the student’s pockets though, the funds are used to hire a nationally known ceramics artist to come to PVCC and give a live demonstration for anyone who is interested. While the time of their arrival is currently being decided, if you wish to see them in action you can ask Clarkson when they will be at PVCC.

The students normally make enough funds to hire one or two people to come and visit, so if you are interested in seeing a professional at work, make sure to catch their demonstration. 

“I’d definitely say its a lot of fun, but it does get crowded,” said Clarkson.