Candy Shweder created Up-Island Pottery more than 30 years ago, throwing in her home studio on the Island, and selling at the Chilmark Flea Market. In summer she can be found twice a week at the Vineyard Artisans shows at the Grange Hall in West Tisbury.

Candy Shweder created Up-Island Pottery more than 30 years ago. – Jeanna Shepard
Process begins with a block of clay. – Jeanna Shepard
Once on the wheel, Candy uses her thumbs to open the clay and begin to form bowl. – Jeanna Shepard
Pulling up the sides to create the height of the piece. – Jeanna Shepard
Close attention to detail is paid. – Jeanna Shepard
– Jeanna Shepard
Trimming the excess clay to achieve a smooth surface. – Jeanna Shepard
Completed pieces are dried before being placed in kiln. – Jeanna Shepard
Sponging a design in the glazed bowl. – Jeanna Shepard
Placing finished pottery in kiln to be fired. – Jeanna Shepard
Some finished pieces by Candy Shweder. – Jeanna Shepard
A variety of glazing techniques are used. – Jeanna Shepard
The artist outside her studio in Chilmark. – Jeanna Shepard

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