The Shino Glaze Technique

September 2, 2019

Catharine Healy explains how she was inspired to develop the Shino glaze technique.

View My Latest Series

August 23, 2019

View my latest sculptural ceramics teapot and vase series.

What Inspires Me

June 19, 2019

Catharine Healy explains that nature inspires her. Seeds sprouting in spring, the colors of summer, and the patterns of fall.

About the Kiln

May 15, 2019

Catharine Healy with Mark 1st Fire Arts talks about her brand new gas reduction kiln.

New Studio Opening and Kiln Build Celebration

April 4, 2019

Mark 1st Fire Arts Studio was a blast! Starr, our new 40 cubit foot gas kiln was christened as well. The local clay community came out and support. Please enjoy the video the kiln build and party.

About Catharine Healy

March 19, 2019

Catharine Healy introduces herself, talks about her background, and explains what inspires her.

The new Big is Small

January 28, 2019

I’m launching a clay studio in Asheville to help realized my dreams! Amazing! After 8 years of process, I’ve opened Mark 1st Fire Arts Studio in Asheville, NC.

Impressions

November 17, 2018

Two years ago I moved to Asheville to do an intensive immersion into Ceramics at The Village Potters. This season I’m celebrating the memories, impressions, and the marks of my 1st winter in Asheville.