Today we’d like to introduce you to Kellie Robertson.
Hi Kellie, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I grew up in New Mexico, surrounded by the influence of Native American pottery. Ceramics fascinated me from a young age, but it wasn’t until college that I took my first pottery class and truly fell in love with it. I went on to major in art with an emphasis in ceramics.
After graduating, I didn’t immediately pursue ceramics full-time. I took a few classes over the years, but it wasn’t until a couple of years ago that I fully returned to the medium. I was inspired by an artist I follow on social media who pulled a mobile pottery wheel out of her truck and began throwing on the spot. I was amazed that something like that existed and felt a spark I hadn’t felt in a long time.
I purchased an inexpensive wheel and started throwing again on the balcony of my apartment. About a month later, I came across a job opening at a local ceramics studio that was about to open. I applied, eager to be involved in any way I could, and was hired. I’ve been there ever since and absolutely love it. I can’t imagine my life without ceramics now.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
After college, I struggled to find a consistent place to practice ceramics and deeply missed it. When I purchased my own wheel a couple of years ago, everything seemed to fall into place—it truly felt meant to be.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I am currently exploring the many possibilities within ceramics, including surface textures, layered glaze combinations, and throwing with varying amounts of clay. I’m especially drawn to alternative firing techniques such as raku, sagger, and pit firing. I love the element of the unknown that comes with these processes—opening the kiln always feels like Christmas. You never truly know how a piece will turn out, and I find that unpredictability incredibly exciting.
Ultimately, what matters most to me is creating work that brings joy to others.
What makes you happy?
I love the entire process of ceramics, from making the pot to glazing and firing it. Creating is where I’m happiest, and it brings me real joy.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @windsong_ceramics
