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Ken Nekola celebrates his fifth
anniversary with Ephraim Faience Pottery on
October 14, 2007. Ken may have been with EFP for only five years, but he
has over 30 years of experience as a potter. His experience, skill and
artistic eye are evident in his exquisitely formed vases, earning him the
well-deserved title “Master of Symmetry.
Even though Ken was an experienced potter
when he joined EFP, he maintains that working in our studio has influenced
his sense of form. He has also gained a greater appreciation for the Arts
and Crafts movement and the pottery of that era. Ken enjoys the
collaborative work environment he shares with his coworkers, whom he calls
“creative and talented.” He has also enjoyed going to shows, which has
allowed him to meet collectors and listen to their feedback on his work.
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Ken Nekola |
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Working at EFP has also influenced how Ken
looks at nature. He now seeks out decorative motifs in the natural world
around him. When creating new work, his goal is to merge form and
decoration into a seamless whole. Ken finds it personally meaningful to be
able to integrate his interest in nature with his interest in pottery.
“It’s very rewarding,” he affirms.
What do the next five years hold for Ken?
“I’m looking forward to refining my potting and sculpting skills both
technically and artistically,” he states. It’s difficult to believe that
his technique needs any refining, but Ken is a perfectionist who strives
for artistic and technical precision in his work. It’s that dedication to
the art and craft of pottery that continues to make Ken an important and
valued member of EFP. |
