Local Artistry on Display: 'The Peninsula Potters' Exhibition at Blue Hill Public Library

The Blue Hill Public Library will host an exhibition called 'The Peninsula Potters' from May 2 to July 6. The exhibition will display pottery from about 20 local artists and will include both functional and decorative pieces. These items will be for sale, and the proceeds will support the library. A special reception on June 7 will allow visitors to meet the artists and learn more about their work.

'The Peninsula Potters' is a group of both well-known and emerging artists from the Deer Isle and Blue Hill areas, active since the late 1990s. Their work includes a range of styles, from everyday items to complex art pieces, showcasing the area's rich pottery traditions.

Featured artists include Lansing Wagner, a former Harvard Ceramics Studio potter, now based in East Blue Hill. He is known for his large bowls featuring animal designs. Melody Lewis-Kane offers elegant tableware and nature-themed art, while Ellen Sedgwick specializes in wood-fired stoneware that highlights the durability of her pieces.

Vivian Pyle, from Surry, creates vibrant pottery influenced by historical and modern ceramic designs. Her pieces often reflect her extensive museum research and love of nature.

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