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from Ephraim Faience Art Pottery & Tile
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Welcome to our August newsletter! We hope you have been enjoying summer and have been making the most of it in whatever ways you enjoy most. As this month winds down and summer vacations come to an end, our thoughts begin to turn to fall and the activities it brings. In the meantime, have some watermelon and lemonade, sit on the deck and watch the sunset, and maybe attend a festival or two. Routine will return soon enough.
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Did you receive your catalog?
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 Our 2014 catalog was mailed on July 23. It was sent to customers who have ordered from us over the past five years as well as customers who made purchases at our galleries. If you did not receive a print catalog but would like one, please fill out our catalog request form and we will mail one to you. If you have any questions or would like to report a change of address, please email info@ephraimpottery.com.
In addition to all of the pieces in our new Studio Collection, the catalog also includes information about our tile frames and stands, portraits, urns, and behind-the-scenes information about our process. Beautiful photos provide creative display ideas and illustrate the different color options for each piece.
Many customers tell us they enjoy looking at their catalogs and go back to them again and again. It's kind of like the old "wish book," but for grown-ups who love pottery. If you're one of those techie types who favors digital over paper, you can browse our complete selection of pottery, tile, and frames on our website. Paper, digital or both - choose whatever works best for you. It's good to have options. |
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Cambria Scarecrow Festival coming soon
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The festival, which started in 2009 with 30 scarecrows, has become a major tourist attraction. Last year, over 400 scarecrows were on display in the business districts of Cambria and neighboring San Simeon. Workshops on topics such as making papier-mache heads and weather-proofing your scarecrow are held to encourage residents and business owners to participate. Last year, prizes were awarded in six categories including "Best Animation," "Most Unique," and "Most Lifelike." Yes, "Best Animation." Unless you've attended this festival, you've probably never seen - or imagined - scarecrows like these. View last year's scarecrows
This year, Ephraim Pottery West will be vying for a win in the "Most Likely to Scare People or Crows" category with its spooky "Punkinhead" entry. Just like the rest of our work, our scarecrow is a collaborative effort. Paul threw the pumpkin form, Laura did the sculpting, Leah painted the head, and John created the frame for the scarecrow form. Now it's up to Shari and her team to put all the pieces together before the festival begins on September 22.
October is a great time of year to visit Cambria. Make sure you stop by Ephraim Pottery West when you visit!
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Employee Spotlight: Kathleen Marlo
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 Kathleen Marlo is a part-time sales associate at Ephraim Pottery West. She joined the company shortly before the new gallery opened and helped Shari with those all-important final details. Friendly, knowledgeable, and conscientious, Kathleen is a great asset to the company and a valued member of the EFP team.
Q&A with Kathleen
Why did you choose your current career?
I like the freedom of creative expression and I also am curious about the history of what was going on in society during the time different styles evolved. So I studied at U.C. Santa Cruz and completed my B.A. in Art History. I wanted to focus on museum and gallery management so I earned my Master's degree in Museum Studies from San Francisco State University.
What inspires you?
I love the many ways I get inspired. Some of my favorites include nature; music; and working together with others towards a creative common goal.
If you could travel back in time, what era would you visit and why?
The 1920s. It seems like a time when America was enjoying personal freedom and prosperity.
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Flat $12.50 shipping
We just wanted to remind you about our new flat-fee shipping. Any order of any size ships for only $12.50 to addresses in the continental United States. Many customers have already taken advantage of this new perk by ordering multiple pieces at the same time for one low fee. Start planning your holiday orders now!
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Next Reserve Edition
We've been busy working on prototypes for our next Reserve Edition. We will announce the new piece (pieces?) by email and on Facebook later this month. Hint: It's seasonally appropriate and will be shipped before Halloween. Hmm... what could it be?
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Pasadena in October
Pasadena Heritage's Craftsman Weekend is the largest and most comprehensive celebration of the Craftsman Movement in the western U.S. This year's show and sale will be held on October 18-19 at the Pasadena Convention Center. Join Ephraim Pottery at this long-running and beloved show for a great selection of our newest work.
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EPHRAIM POTTERY OFFICE & STUDIO
203 W. Lake St., Lake Mills, WI 53551
OUR WISCONSIN GALLERY
Ephraim Pottery Gallery ~ 130 East Lake Street, Lake Mills, WI 53551
OUR CALIFORNIA GALLERY
Ephraim Pottery West ~ 728 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428
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