This is such a terrific representation of the most significant event in the preservation of Georgia Folk Pottery tradition. The Smithsonian's project director for this film and contact with the Meaders' family was Ralph Rinzler. I have Rinzler's first jug he purchased from Cheever on his initial visit to Mossy Creek in February 1967. A note in Rinzler's hand is attached to the piece describing the meeting.
My art teacher back in high school introduced me to this family. I haven't messed with clay since then, but recently I've been thinking about digging some clay out of my mom's creek and giving it a shot.
This is such a terrific representation of the most significant event in the preservation of Georgia Folk Pottery tradition. The Smithsonian's project director for this film and contact with the Meaders' family was Ralph Rinzler. I have Rinzler's first jug he purchased from Cheever on his initial visit to Mossy Creek in February 1967. A note in Rinzler's hand is attached to the piece describing the meeting.
What a great person, family and film. So grateful for this share. Thank u
Arie was my great aunt. Her sister, Blanche Waldrop Dillard, is my great grandmother on my mom's side. Such a wonderful piece!
And great grandma wow this is great. I have never seen this before
Great Grandfather and Great Uncle. Wow thanks for sharing
This is one of my favorite pottery films! Does anyone from the Meaders lineage still make pots?
I have been looking for this for years!! Cheever was my grandpa!! Thank you so much😭😭😭😭😭
That's great- I would feel the same way! What a great film- one of my favorites!
My art teacher back in high school introduced me to this family. I haven't messed with clay since then, but recently I've been thinking about digging some clay out of my mom's creek and giving it a shot.
Brian Culley. thank you for sharing this with me.