Green Patina Basket by Clark House Pottery

Green patina basket
9″T x 9″ W
Clark House Pottery

Married in Italy in 2000, Bill and Pam Clark have built a life—and a body of work—rooted in craftsmanship, artistic heritage, and expressive form. Their pottery draws deep inspiration from the Mission Arts and Crafts movement of the early 1900s, a period known for its celebration of handcraft and honesty in materials. Echoes of this design era can be seen throughout their one-of-a-kind, hand-thrown, sculpted, and decorated art pottery.

Working in earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain, the Clarks employ both wheel-throwing and sculpting techniques, carefully glazing each piece by hand using a combination of commercial and specially formulated glazes. The result is a diverse and ever-evolving collection of pieces that balance utility with artistry.

Central to their aesthetic is a technique theyve coined “Ohrigami”—a term that honors the intricate folds found in their work and pays tribute to the influence of George Ohr, the “Mad Potter of Biloxi.” Bill, in particular, has spent years studying and perfecting a mechanical throwing style inspired by Ohrs eccentric, boundary-pushing approach to form. The result is a dynamic, tactile quality in their pottery that invites both visual exploration and a deeper appreciation for the handmade.

Their work is sold in galleries, shops, and exhibitions across the country, collected by those who value originality, craftsmanship, and the timeless beauty of handmade pottery.
Together, Bill and Pam Clark continue to push the limits of clay, guided by history, technique, and a shared devotion to the ceramic arts.