Sylvia Coppola's Pottery Arrives at Turning Point Gallery Feb. 13-14

Feb. 3, 2009 - PRLog -- Turning Point Gallery in Chapel Hill’s University Mall welcomes potter Sylvia Coppola, founder of Duck Creek Pottery, to the 2nd Friday ArtWalk Feb. 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. and Feb. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Coppola, a potter of 32 years, will incorporate her love of texture from weaving and basket making into the art of pottery. She will demonstrate handbuilding Feb. 13 and wheel throwing Feb. 14. Turning Point Gallery will also offer a free mini pot created by Coppola for every $100 of her pottery purchased.

Coppola took her first pottery class at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee during the mid-1970s. During that time, she developed a love for clay. She earned a bachelor of fine arts in jewelry and pottery, then took an avid interest in weaving, basket making and pottery. Later she adapted the texture and design of basketry and weaving to her first love, pottery.

Today, Coppola’s unique, constantly evolving style incorporates more complex textures, shapes, colors and forms. From car mats to buttons and napkin rings, she transforms everyday objects into tools that help her create exceptional, textured work. This method produces exciting, fresh pieces for collectors to enjoy. Her pottery creations have led to numerous awards, a vast number of collectors, publications in magazines and books, and the opportunity to teach at workshops and classes. Turning Point Gallery invites you to experience, firsthand, her talent for creating distinctive pieces of art from the earth.


About Turning Point Gallery:
Turning Point Gallery is located in Chapel Hill’s University Mall at U.S. 15-501 and Estes Drive. Visit http://www.harmonyfineart.com or call (919) 967-0402 for more information. Turning Point Gallery is a founding sponsor and host of 2ndFriday ArtWalk, a monthly event displaying a variety of artwork from participating galleries. Learn more at http://2ndfridayartwalk.com. Turning Point Gallery is also a founding member of New Resident Solutions of Chapel Hill. Visit http://www.newresidentsolutions.com to learn more.