The Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia has announced that they will host an exhibit by Dwayne Crocker. The exhibit, Expressions in Clay, will open November 4 and run until May 3, 2024.
Crocker grew up in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains in Lula and later Gillsville. Both towns are traditional pottery communities where Dwayne witnessed potters creating their wares. He worked at Wilson Pottery for 2 years and then made production garden-ware at Craven Pottery for 24 years before opening his own pottery shop in 1999.
Crocker’s work is traditional with an expressive twist. He uses Georgia red clay and mixes his own glazes to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Visitors to the Museum can experience his work through an exhibition of select pieces that showcase his sculptural mastery. The exhibit features face jugs, snake jugs, roosters, and commemorative UGA pieces on loan from private collections as well as the artist’s collection.
Folk Pottery Museum Director Emily DeFoor said, “Dwayne’s work is infused with a tremendous amount of expression, movement, and life. The sculptural elements of his pottery demonstrate his years of dedication to his craft.”
A reception to honor Crocker and his work will be held on Friday, November 10, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event is free and open to all. Guests will enjoy live music, light refreshments, and an interview with the potter. A silent auction will also take place, giving attendees a chance to take folk pottery home. The proceeds go to the Folk Pottery Museum. For more information or to RSVP, email [email protected] or call the museum at 706-878-3300 x307.
The Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia is open seven days a week, Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free. It is located at 283 Highway 255 North, a quarter mile north of the intersection with Georgia Highway 17.
