Peter Pinnell
Nebraska

Brick clay
Non-functional
9.5"w x 6"l x 3.75"h

About the Artist
For the first 12 years of his career, Pinnell made his living as a studio potter. From 1995 until his retirement in 2025, he was a professor at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Pinnell enjoys researching the history, technology, and aesthetics of ceramics, which informs both his creative work and his teaching. He has taught professional workshops at Anderson Ranch, Arrowmont, Penland, the Archie Bray Foundation, over 20 colleges and universities, and at numerous community art centers.

Artist Statement
My work is intended to be both useful and aesthetic, with both aspects being considered. The forms, colors, and textures are derived from and inspired by the vessel's history and its role in life's events and processes. It also reflects my interest in various aspects of nature, especially botanical forms.
My careful treatment of the object is intended to convey the sense that this is, in some way, a special object, and, with attention to detail, I hope to entice the viewer to give the work closer scrutiny.
I strive to give a sense of precision in my work, but not of a cold, mechanical nature. I prefer a warmer, more human precision- a sense of care, really- that reminds the viewer that the object was made by hand.

*Teapots that are purchased will remain on display in the gallery for the duration of the exhibition, through September 14, 2026. 
After the show closes, teapots will be carefully packed and shipped by September 28, or they may be picked up at the gallery.