Andrew Otis Large Scale Ceramics

Welcome MMoCA Virtual Fair Goers!!!

July 11 &12, 2020

No Need to wear your face mask while learning about my craft and shopping! Thank you for your interest in my work!

Be blessed!

FREE DELIVERY & SPECIAL GIFT!! (read below)

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Artist Statement

My main work is wheel thrown 3-6 ft. tall ceramic vessels, and they are fired in a large kiln up to 2350 degrees Fahrenheit. My art allows me to express the world and beauty that I see around me. Crafting works on a larger scale creates a fuller surface to carve into, which allows for more designs and more creativity than I might find on a smaller piece. Oftentimes the images and designs carved into the vessel will be assimilated with the sculptures that I mount on top of the vessel, creating a seamless work that connects naturally. Living in a rural area certainly impacts my subject matter, as the serenity of working in a studio in Northern Michigan allows for a close interaction with the pastoral. Clay is derived from the earth, so there is a natural expression of nature themes—a bond between the earth and the rest of nature, trees, birds, fish, and other animals. In addition, my Japanese heritage informs my work as I experiment with traditional Kimono motifs and Japanese aesthetics. I am a second generation potter and have been working in clay for over 20 years. I live in Charlevoix, Michigan with my wife Mary Grace and sons Owen, Noah, and Levi.

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**SPECIAL OFFER**

As part of the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art Virtual Art Fair, which is held July 11 & 12, 2020, I am showcasing my large scale work under special circumstances. With the art show season being cancelled, I am grateful to MMoCA for giving us artists an opportunity to promote our work through their network of connections.

I am pleased to offer FREE delivery to the Madison area for any of my large scale ceramics, with delivery dates scheduled in August of 2020. As a show of gratitude to supporting my work during this time I am also offering a special gift during this weekend to anyone who purchases one of my signature large scale pieces. The FREE gift is a 4 piece dinnerware place setting, which consists of 4 dinner plates, 4 salad plates, 4 dessert bowls, and 4 tumblers. A limited choice of glaze color will also be offered to the recipients.

Many thanks for your interest in my work!

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Stay safe and may art buying make you smile!

blessings,

Andrew Otis

email: otispottery@gmail.com

cell: 231-459-6869

studio: 231-536-7856

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Here's What Some Of Our Customers Think:

“A wonderful and beautifully presented pottery shop thats family owned and operated with a more than welcoming, warm, and friendly atmosphere. Regarding the pottery and art itself, I found the presentation, design, and quality excellent. In summary, If your looking for that hidden gem, or if your looking to support a local business, look no further. Otis Pottery is a genuine shop with genuine people who deserve business, and that's a big achievement to earn in my book. ”

- Rampant Fever (5* Google Maps Review)
“The welcoming air of peaceful serenity and true sense of dedication in their work IS Otis. The artist's unique inclination toward the medium gently persuades the observer to take a piece of the whole place home with them. The first time ever I saw the gallery was nearly 20 years ago and it had every bit the fantastical influence on me it should have for such a magical place. Son, Andrew is a talent with incomparable scale and stylization with massive vessels that beg to be seen on set in your most oppulent dreams. I'd like to say his work is a fusion of things but that would be too simple. If ever you chance by East Jordan and want to know where the best sites can be seen, look no further than M-66 just past nowhere where new traditions blend with the old and kind conversation can be heard over pottery. ”

- Jessica B. (5* Google Review)
“Otis and his family’s pottery work is beautiful. Otis himself and Otis Pottery are so caring and warm-spirited; Otis Pottery is a genuine, down to earth business with an authentic, sweet owner that really cares about his work and his customers. If you are going to support one local business, support this one! ”

- Savannah T. (5* Google Review)

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