Peggy Potter

Peggy Potter handpaints hard maple wooden bowls and matching serving utensils. Her multi-colored work is inspired by sojourns in Santa Fe, China and Vermont. Raised in Basking Ridge, NJ, she attended the University of Madrid. Upon returning to the US, she completed her education at St. Lawrence University, earning a B.A. in religion and philosophy. Her world travels have influenced her bowl designs with particular emphases on the American Southwest, Mexico, Spain and the Caribbean.

Her hand painted bowls are coated with a finish that is safe for both hot and cold foods. They have been recognized by various publications such as the New Yorker, Bon Appetit, Vermont Life and The Santa Fean.

Peggy explains her philosophy behind bowl making as, "the painted bowl is only half the picture. The real art for me comes with the placement of food or other objects against the colorful backdrop of the bowl; peaches on purple, crisp greens against cobalt, tomatoes against orange–the ever-changing visual feast of richly sturated hues is a tonic for the soul."