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Shawn Ireland

Shawn Ireland

Shawn Ireland: Solo

Dedicated to Douglass Rankin (1948-2022)

This collection of pots was made during a period of grieving the loss of one of my most influential friends and teachers, Douglass Rankin.

The making philosophies of Douglass and Will Ruggles, of Rock Creek Pottery, are the foundation of everything I have made in clay over the past thirty years. In 1991, I watched Douglass put an animal on a lidded jar and had no idea what a catalyst that would be for the Animalware pots I now make.

This clay and these pots were made with loving gratitude in the bright light of Douglass’s creative spirit.   

Artist Statement “Most everything I do in my daily life relates to my passion for art. I surround myself with what I find beautiful and seek out images and objects that resonate. I love making things at the wheel or the easel and I love being lost in the moments of making or “in the search”. Watching, feeling and experiencing the beautiful natural qualities of clay and oil paint are what make this searching such a pleasure. Working from a foundation of folk tradition, I make pots with food, flowers and candles in mind.  For me, this involves using a variety of hand processed local clays and glaze materials, single firing in a gas/wood burning kiln, and using a kick wheel.  These ingredients promote surprises and keep my craft connected to the natural world."

  • $125
    Shawn Ireland

    Oval Vase

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures approx...

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  • $50
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    Dessert Bowl

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures approx...

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  • $50
    Shawn Ireland

    Dessert Bowl

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures approx...

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    $68
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    Small Plate

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 1.75 x...

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  • $110
    Shawn Ireland

    Rectangular Bowl

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 2.25 x...

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  • $150
    Shawn Ireland

    Square Bowl

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 3.5 x ...

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  • $55
    Shawn Ireland

    Cup

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 3.25 x...

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  • $55
    Shawn Ireland

    Cup

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 3.5 x ...

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  • $55
    Shawn Ireland

    Cup

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 3.5 x ...

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  • $100
    Shawn Ireland

    One-Handle Bowl

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 4.5 x ...

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    $65
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    Soup Bowl

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 3.5 x ...

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    $65
    Shawn Ireland

    Soup Bowl

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 3.5 x ...

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  • $225
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    Pedestal Bowl

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 4.5 x ...

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    $250
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    Oval Baker

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 4.25 x...

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  • $135
    Shawn Ireland

    Pitcher

    Shawn Ireland's pottery effortlessly captures a traditional feel through natural surface decoration and gorgeous patina. This piece measures 8.25 x...

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  • $650
    Shawn Ireland

    Bull Vase

    Shawn Ireland's functional ceramics often feature motifs of animals. This piece measures 11.75 x 8.5". Please reference 22SIR51 if calling the gall...

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  • $650
    Shawn Ireland

    Long Horn Vase

    Shawn Ireland's functional ceramics often feature motifs of animals. This piece measures 10.75 x 10.5 x 7". Please reference 22SIR50 if calling the...

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  • $285
    Shawn Ireland

    Tri-Animal Jar

    Shawn Ireland's functional ceramics often feature motifs of animals. This piece measures 8 x 7.5". Please reference 22SIR25 if calling the gallery ...

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  • Sold
    $225
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    Duck Jar

    Shawn Ireland's functional ceramics often feature motifs of animals. This piece measures 9.5 x 5". Please reference 22SIR24 if calling the gallery ...

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  • $200
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    Box Vase With Ducks

    Shawn Ireland's functional ceramics often feature motifs of animals. This piece measures 6.25 x 5.75 x 2.25". Please reference 22SIR19 if calling t...

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