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History of Pottery Works Susan W. Dunning was raised in Florida and attended college at University of Florida, New York University, Adelphi University, University of Southern Mississippi, and University of South Florida. After receiving a Master of Arts in art education with a ceramics major, Susan moved to Vermont, in 1972 where she set up a pottery studio. For 6 years she wholesaled her pottery, then opened a store in Ludlow, Vt. for 12 years. In 1990 she sold the store and continued to throw pots, but her main focus was farming organically with her husband, Peter. Her son, Joshua, who was born in 1982, also helped them on the farm. 
As Josh grew older, Susan had more time to return to making pottery and she started selling her
work at Brattleboro Farmers Market where she and her husband sell their farm products.
In the past few years, Susan has continued to go to the Farmer's Market in addition to selling
her work at Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen,
and Blue Sky in Ludlow,
Vt. She is also a member of the Vermont Crafts Council:
www.vermontcrafts.com About The Process The pottery made by Susan W. Dunning is made from Georgia red clay and a fireclay. It is fired to cone 9 or about 2300 degrees Fahrenheit. Care for the Pottery It is dishwasher safe, microwave safe, and can be put in an oven if not shocked by going from cold to hot. It is best to put it in a cold oven which is then turned on. Never put plates in the oven. |