Adams Puryear


Who says that ceramics is merely a craft and not an art? I disagree and use as an example the inventive pottery of Adams Puryear, whose fabulous ceramic vessels were on display at New York City's Greenwich House Pottery.

His work has a great "low-brow art" look that is reminiscent of the vibrant creativity we see in graffiti and street art. His work stands out from standard utilitarian pots and bowls. See for yourself on his website.


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