Minori Thorpe
Minori Thorpe was born in Setoda on Japan’s Inland Sea. She worked as a registered nurse in Osaka - there she met a feisty American woman who was a flying-instructor and world-traveler. This inspired Minori to come to see America, where she eventually became a nurse-anesthetist.
In Japan, Minori was exposed to beautiful ceramics, but never had the opportunity to try making them herself. In the States, her development as a potter has been particularly helped by Victor Spinski and Brenda Kingham-Hurm.
Minori’s interest in crystalline glazes and traditional stoneware is evident in her ceramics. She has recently begun experimenting with her glazing and firing methods to create a series of pieces in shades of red. Her newest work is a series of "Save the Earth" vases that feature a variety of hand sculpted animals and birds.
In Japan, Minori was exposed to beautiful ceramics, but never had the opportunity to try making them herself. In the States, her development as a potter has been particularly helped by Victor Spinski and Brenda Kingham-Hurm.
Minori’s interest in crystalline glazes and traditional stoneware is evident in her ceramics. She has recently begun experimenting with her glazing and firing methods to create a series of pieces in shades of red. Her newest work is a series of "Save the Earth" vases that feature a variety of hand sculpted animals and birds.
Save the Earth Series - Vase with Tigers
ceramic8 x 9 x 4$140
Save the Earth Series - Vase with Polar Bears
ceramic7 x 11 x 4$140
Crystalline Bowls
8" diameter$70 each
Red Series Small Vase
6" high$45
Half Round Dish
8 x 4 x 2$30
Raku Origami Cranes
a variety of sizes are availablepriced accordingly$35 - $55