Don Williams

Deerfield, New Hampshire

Don has been working with clay his entire life. Following his BFA and apprenticeship in sculpture, he has been continually making pottery as a living. Most recently he has also been a lecturer in ceramics at the University of New Hampshire.

Don’s studio is in an 1860 barn surrounded by stone walls and sugar maples. His environment is the source of his inspiration.

Artist Statement

Memories of working with clay stretch back to my childhood. Like most kids exposed to clay, I was attracted to the tactile quality of wet clay and the magical transformation that happens after glazing and firing. Making utilitarian objects is a grounding experience for me and reflect my long-term interests in both architecture and landscape.