From The Ground Up is a renowned pottery studio known for its exceptional craftsmanship and unique, locally-inspired designs. The business, owned by a talented artist and their spouse, has gained a loyal following for their high-quality pottery pieces that are both functional and visually stunning. Customers praise the reasonable prices and the opportunity to witness the potters at work, creating a truly immersive and educational experience. Visitors are often captivated by the beautiful land surrounding the studio, which adds to the charm of the establishment. The owners are described as helpful and knowledgeable, guiding customers through the selection process and even accommodating special requests. With a wide variety of soul pots, bells, and other pottery items available, From The Ground Up has become a must-visit destination for pottery enthusiasts and those seeking one-of-a-kind, locally-crafted gifts.
Great pottery at a reasonable price. My brother had a bell from Michael Mahan and I went to specifically purchase one for myself. Found the one I wanted with good size and great sound. Micheal let us observe him doing some prep work on a piece before going in to fire. Really nice guy who does great work.
January 2025
This is a fabulous place to visit if you enjoy beautiful pottery. Wonderful owners not only showed me around but also explained how certain pieces were made and glazed. I will be returning in the future.
January 2023
The pottery is beautiful, the land the studio sits on is fascinating, and the person working inside was helpful - directing us to their website when a particular piece we wanted wasn't available in the color we were hoping for. We were able to purchase one at the next kiln firing and it was packaged carefully and shipped... read full comment
