Over the years, I have frequently mentioned one of my “studio neighbors” at Lillstreet
Karen Patinkin. The two of us are frequently there – we used to play Jeopardy! over the walls
everyday at 3:30pm. Lately, we’ve been overlapping for about an hour… so as I’m coming in
she’s getting ready to leave. A metaphorical “high-five” and it’s the changing of the guard.
But tonight, she stayed a little bit later as she was working on a set of bowls for a commission.
For those that may not have seen her work, Karen makes these incredible porcelain pieces
that have a insane amount of elaborate glaze decoration. Hours & hours of details.
Beautiful… even though these are still just a “work in progress.”
Imagine how pretty they are after the final glaze firing!
And the original “example” that she’s trying to replicate for her commission clients…
It’s good to know that I’m not the only insane one around the studio these days…
I love these. THAT is commitment… and an insane amount of talent and patience. Would love to see the final product.
Really, really nice!
My housekeeper broke a bowl of Karen’s creation and I would like to know, short of taking a trip back to Chicago, how I might replace it.
LAURA – Sorry for your loss. I’m sure you were heartbroken… and your housekeeper mortified. I’m not sure if there’s an “easy” way. But I can hook you up with Karen directly. Feel free to contact her, and let her know that I referred you! Her e-mail is “lanpat@rcn.com”. Good luck!