Welcome to The 2nd Generation!
The word is out! We're thrilled to have Micah and Jeremiah taking over the business this summer. Now it's time to update the blogspot!



OPEN Tuesday to Saturday 10-5
July and August open every day
138 12th Ave N, Creston BC

My Little Town

My Little Town

BC Black Bears

BC Black Bears

Nelson Rhythm

Nelson Rhythm

Artists Statement Nancy and David Pridham share the creation of pottery at Pridham Studio in Creston, BC. Their partnership is a balance between Nancy's artistic energy and David's practical expertise. Historically, ceramic art has been built by one person and painted by another. The Pridhams are happy to continue that tradition.

Artists Biographies
David's thrown pieces are technically precise with a character suited for daily use. Mainly self-taught, he has also gained skills from fellow potters Paul Bodtke (Oregon), Victoria Henriksen (Boswell), and Gunda Stewart (Creston). With techniques learned while visiting Talavera potters in Mexico, David builds his own plaster molds which he uses to support the slab rolled pieces. David has been a potter since 1998.

Nancy then develops the designs, and handpaints each piece. Nancy graduated from Capilano College in Media Arts, studied through the Emily Carr College of Art and Design, and was mentored for four years by MSA artist Bette Rothwell. Nancy started working with clay in Mexico doing primitive pit firing and has been instructed and inspired by Talavera potters. She has been working professionally as an artist since 1988 creating pieces that strike deeply resonant chords in her audience. Her works are in galleries and collections internationally. She has participated in numerous one-woman and group shows, and has received awards from the Federation of Canadian Artists, the Oil Pastel Association of America, and regional and provincial exhibitions.

David and Nancy both work full-time at Pridham Studio. Their 800 square foot gallery leads to the production areas of the studio, where visitors enjoy seeing the work in all stages. The pottery is also sold in numerous galleries across western Canada.


Friday, June 17, 2011

Looking forward to our transition!


David is the potter, Nancy is the painter, and together we create our distinctive line of Pridham Studio pottery. We invite you to visit our studio and enjoy watching us transform clay through all of its many stages. All of our pieces are made and painted by hand with everyday use in mind.

Our extensive collection of patterns and pieces is a visual feast.From mugs to large serving bowls and modern triangle plates, you will find something for every occasion.

Fertile Ground

Fertile Ground

West Creston Curves

West Creston Curves


Testimonials


“Pridham Studio supplied custom awards for our International Dance event in 2008. The awards were spectacular, receiving compliments from all corners of the world!” Cheryl Rafter, President ScotDance BC

“Just wanted to let you know that your pottery is a consistent top seller in our gallery, and we’re delighted to be showcasing your work…many thanks, again” Win Dinn, Painted Turtle Gallery

“By the way the ski pattern sold out, it was well received by our customers and we would definitely re-order it for the next ski season.” Kathleen Niemiec, Friends of Banff

“Everyone was so happy to get your pottery as their prize—Way better than trophies!” Nancy Maclean, Valentine Bonspiel Prize Committee