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Tessein an Ritter

Tessein an Ritter

Sugar Jaws Pottery is an ongoing collaboration between Dennis Ritter and Grace Tessein. The work stems from their love of the natural world, fascination with the creatures that live in it, and the human connection formed when one uses a handmade object. It is named after their dog, Sugar Jaws, whom they adore. 

Grace Tessein has a BFA from Tyler School of Art at Temple University and a MFA from Louisiana State University. Most recently she was the 2019-2020 Artist-in-Residence at Elon University and has previously taught for Georgia Highlands College. She has worked for the Clay Studio of Philadelphia, the Alfred Ceramic Art Museum, and assisted various artists in their studios. She was a recipient of the 2017 Warren MacKenzie Advancement Award from Northern Clay Center, the 2017 Joe Bova Ceramic Art Award and Michael Daugherty Memorial Fund at LSU, and a Kiln God Award at Watershed Center for the Ceramic Arts in 2014. She currently resides in Northwest Georgia with her partner, Dennis Ritter, and their two dogs, Sugar Jaws and Etta. 


Dennis received his BFA from Temple University’s Tyler School of Art and his MFA from The New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University. A committed educator, Dennis has taught at the Tyler School of Art, Alfred University, and at Louisiana State University. He has also taught extensively in community arts programs in Philadelphia with The Clay Studio. Dennis Ritter is currently in his second year as visiting assistant professor in the Art Program at Berry College where he teaches ceramics and sculpture.

  • $70
    Sugar Jaws Pottery

    Rhino Basket

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featur...

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    $55
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    Snake Bowl

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featur...

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    Deer Bowl

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featur...

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  • $45
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    Bear Cup

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featur...

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  • $50
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    Chipmunk Tumbler

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featur...

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    $65
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    Cat Mug

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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    Doe Mug

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $70
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    Rhino Mug

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $65
    Sugar Jaws Pottery

    Deer Mug

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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    $65
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    Bobcat Mug

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $400
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    Otters Platter

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $110
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    Otter Pitcher

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $100
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    Screech Owl Oval Bowl

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $75
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    Bear Vase

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $50
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    Deer Tumbler

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $50
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    Pattern Cup

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $50
    Sugar Jaws Pottery

    Rhino Bowl

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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  • $60
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    Giraffe Lunch Plate

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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    Koala Lunch Plate

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated by Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in pots in a fun and whimsical style, often featurin...

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    Deer Lunch Plate

    Handbuilt by Dennis Ritter and decorated be Grace Tessein, their collaborative process results in a fun and whimsical style, often featuring floral...

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