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February 2024 by Billy Tate
Loved visiting Eck in Seagrove. He gave my wife and myself a great demonstration and made creating a bowl look so effortless. My wife ended up buying a bowl and loved it. We would definitely come back the next time we’re visiting Seagrove.
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January 2024 by Todd Willis
We got lucky and happened upon Eck creating a piece outside discussing his technique and the entire process he goes through to create his unique style. One of the best artists we got to meet and talk to. Highly recommend dropping by his studio.
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November 2023 by Mary Moore
Eck McCanless treated us to a demonstration of his work. He threw a pot and then pulled one that was in process to show us how he carves the exterior of his swirled vases, tumblers, and oil dispensers. It was wonderful and a first time experience for my friend who loves pottery but has never seen a potter work.McCanless Pottery is truly unique in Seagrove. He layers different colored clays so, that when they are on the wheel and he pulls a container a spiral pattern appears. Once the container has dried for a spell, he will carefully and skillfully carved the exterior to accentuate the beauty of the pattern.His selection is lovely - my friend purchased a piece from his blue series and I could not resist the unique violet. We highly recommend a visit to see this potter - you will never forget it.
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November 2023 by Mary M.
Eck McCanless treated us to a demonstration of his work. He threw a pot and then pulled one that was in process to show us how he carves the exterior of his swirled vases, tumblers, and oil dispensers. It was wonderful and a first time experience for my friend who loves pottery but has never seen a potter work. McCanless Pottery is truly unique in Seagrove. He layers different colored clays so, that when they are on the wheel and he pulls a container a spiral pattern appears. Once the container has dried for a spell, he will carefully and skillfully carved the exterior to accentuate the beauty of the pattern. His selection is lovely - my friend purchased a piece from his blue series and I could not resist the unique violet. We highly recommend a visit to see this potter - you will never forget it.
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November 2023 by Zach Kamla
Eck gave us a demonstration, and we really appreciated his artisanship. He makes a few functional pieces but focuses on making every one he makes a work of art. He uses a unique spiraling technique to get a swirl of different colored clays. He will intricately carve the sides to bring out the patterns. The clear glaze highlights the spirals innate in the clay. Few potters use this technique, so a vase or chalice from Eck will truly be unique. Definitely recommend for people who want to add visual interest and a conversation starter to their decor.
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November 2023 by Carmady Kruger
McCanless Pottery has a unique glaze/paint/finish to their works that I haven't found at other studios. Very identifiable and not something you would find in a store. Beautiful work!
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September 2023 by Leisa Hayworth
Enjoyed seeing a potter at work and all the beautiful Pottery. I was pleasantly surprised to also find jewelry. I'm looking forward to the 2024 Teas.
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August 2023 by Jill Warner
This awesome Potter gave us a very informative demonstration. Some of the best pottery we've encountered. His technique is very interesting.
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May 2023 by Mike Donahue
Small operation but friendly and does demonstrations.
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October 2022 by Randy DePuy
The agate style pottery here is magnificent and it was a big treat watching the artist render his fabulous work
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October 2022 by Chrissy C
We had the treat of watching one of his sculpting demonstrations. Eck and his family are super nice and I will be returning to buy some of his beautiful pottery
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June 2022 by Jynette Mead
Eck works out on the porch of the shop and it was amazing to watch him work from a block of clay to a ready-to-fire piece! His wife and he are lovely people and the pottery is beautiful!
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May 2022 by Melissa Thompson
Beautiful pottery!! Light weigh pretty amazing
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April 2022 by Chrissy Claypool
We had the treat of watching one of his sculpting demonstrations. Eck and his family are super nice and I will be returning to buy some of his beautiful pottery
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February 2022 by Randy Whitt
Some of the most unique designs in the pottery capital of the world Seagrove NC .Well worth a look if you are in the Area.
