I spent 29 years in the Air Force and retired in March 2004.   I first took pottery classes in 2000.  In 2001, I volunteered at a military Craft Center in Hawaii, taught pottery classes, and later became the lead pottery volunteer.  I participated in annual Raku Ho'olaule'a Events in Hawaii from 2001 to 2004 and had pieces selected for the follow-on show each year.  I started Fireblaze Pottery in 2005.

I participate in several art events each year and show my work in several local galleries, all of which are listed on the Events page.

My life has been stimulated by the variety of beautiful things I've experienced in my travels.  I am very mechanically-oriented and carry that to my pottery.  My goal is to ensure each piece has a smooth flow from start to finish - to create beautiful pieces of art - both functional and decorative - in a variety of firing techniques.

Please email me if you are interested in taking a class, visiting my home studio/gallery, or discussing my pottery. 

                   Email me at:   fireblaze@wavecable.com

                   Fireblaze Pottery

                   Port Orchard, Washington