Pottery

Recently I started a pottery class. I had been wanting to join one for many years but never seemed to find the time while I was at uni. This year though, I have decided it's a matter of making time for the things I enjoy. An opportunity for respite from the busy-ness of life and a chance to cultivate creativity. 

I am yet to master working on the wheel, but I will persevere. I am told the trick is in centering, because if the clay in not centered it will wobble and be very difficult to work with. It will be off balance and ultimately won't be a solid vessel. 

My teacher makes centering look very easy, however from my first few attempts, it it much more difficult than it looks. Skilled potters are strong and gentle and are able to mold the clay into the vessel or object that they desire. 

I'm thankful that it is God who is the Potter in my life.  

"But now, O LORD,

You are our Father; 

We are the clay, and You our potter; 

And all we are the work of Your hand." Isaiah 64:8

      

a hand sculptured pear.