Abby Reczek Pottery, Floyd, VA.
Abby Reczek is a potter living in Floyd, VA. Her work consists mostly of wheel thrown porcelain pieces which are designed for everyday use. Abby hand carves every design on each pot. These designs are simplified line drawings inspired by her natural surroundings.
She graduated from Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia, PA in 2012. She is originally from this area of Pennsylvania, but her love of pottery has brought her down to Virginia. Following graduation she started a 10 month long residency at the Cub Creek Foundation in Appomattox, VA where she learned extensively about wood firing. While at Cub Creek she discovered the town of Floyd, its rich art culture, and the apprenticeship opportunities available.
Abby was awarded the position of apprentice to Silvie Granatelli in Floyd, VA. Silvie is a professional potter who helped found a collective of artists called 16 Hands. Abby was able to work along side of Silvie since September of 2013 and finished her assistantship in September 2015. She has chose to stay in Floyd after the completion of her time with Silvie and started a home studio only a few miles from town. She continues to sell her work through craft fairs, galleries and shops, and commissioned work.
www.reczekpottery.com