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Numbers don't change. They're stable across human existence and a universal language that ties us all together. Very few people will argue that. They are static and grounding and help decipher the ...
How Did We Choose Our Forms? A Story About Legos
I see molds as tools - as stamps even. Who's to say that these stamps can't be dynamic blocks, Legos, or puzzles that can be played with? I love playing! Doesn't everyone? So we work backwards. Ins...
Nick Moen's Story: The Prequel to The Bright Angle
Nick Moen founded The Bright Angle as we know it today in 2016, but that is nowhere near the beginning of the story. Years prior, he found his love of the craft and the journey continues from there.
What is Porcelain and Why is it So Special?
Everything You Need to Know About Porcelain When many people think of The Bright Angle, porcelain may be the first thing that comes to mind. That's because we talk about it. A lot. So, what makes p...
The Naming of The Bright Angle
“It's such a bright angle,” she said. I agreed, looking up at the next one as we passed it. I felt grateful, safe, oriented, and comfortable. She was right - they were bright angles. I wanted to sh...
Talking with Jewelry Designers Emily Rogstad and Bryan Parnham
The Design Residency program was established to give emerging designers and makers an opportunity to expand and refine their practice in a production setting. We often bring in artists who work in ...
Gift giving season is in full swing and we are all in the holiday spirit! This week we sat down with our team and talked about our most giftable pieces.
When we think about the handmade movement, we think of quality, function, and style without compromise. You'll find all of that in our new Nesting Bowl set. Would you like to know more?
Bill Jones was with us for one month and he wanted to explore his gestural drawings on slipcast forms, learn how to use the laser cutter and make a large form that he could not make on the wheel. ...
Nick Moen and The Bright Angle: Ceramics Monthly
Originally published in June/July/August 2018 issue of Ceramics Monthly, pages (22-26). http://www.ceramicsmonthly.org . Copyright, The American Ceramic Society. Reprinted with permission. Studio ...