Richard Rowland
Colin Meston, Loren Cross
Creative Processes in
Clay, Wood, and Fire
December 13 – January 6, 2026
Artist Talk & Demo:
Sunday, December 28, 2 – 3 pm
Join the artists for a casual salon-style discussion of the philosophy and processes behind the work.
"Mythical Landscape: Creative Processes in Clay, Wood, and Fire" features wood-fired ceramics by local artists Richard Rowland, Colin Meston, and Loren Cross working in concert with Ahikaaroa Anagama, Rowland's legendary hillside kiln in the forested outskirts of Astoria.
This show honors the elemental processes of working with clay, wood, and fire, and represents a mythical relationship to the land from which the materials are collected, as well as a profound appreciation for community. These sculptural and functional works have been curated from several kiln firings over a span of months and reflect the collective effort of many hands.
