Our Philosophy
The New Green Gates Pottery believes in the importance of building and sustaining community through local initiatives. Founded by Tomas Black in 2011, The New Green Gates strives to encourage and contribute to local community by providing an intimate, welcoming environment for community members to connect and explore the art of ceramics together. Tomas has been working with ceramics for over 13 years, mastering his craft throught practise, apprentiships and concluding with a BFA in ceramics from Alfred University in 2009. Tomas goal is simple; bring fine crafted ceramics back into popularity with 21st century guaranutees on applicaction, durability, replacement and return policies. with heavy attention to detail in every fine crafted form, color and image. Tomas work truly stand on its own in any setting be it be home, garden or business. Tomas harkens his business on the standard of thr original Green Gates Pottery Founded in Tullstill, Englanded by Samual Smith. Where there ware were made for the royalty of Europe.
What We Offer
The New Green Gates offers:
~Classes for all ages and skill levels, starting a age 3 and up. ~Studio time for advanced and previously trained potters ~Handmade production wares and custom wares made to order for home, garden and business. |
What We Do
The New Green Gates Pottery offers courses and classes for all ages and skill levels ranging from 4 to 8 week classes, ages 3 and up. The classes focuses on wheel-based throwing technique, detail and design construction, glaze application and firing. Regardless of age or skill level, The New Green Gates strives to provide a basis for fine craftsmanship, successful execution, and most importantly inspiration, joy, and an appreciation for the practice of ceramics.
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Monthly Updates and News
Personal Notes:
Its hard to believe but another year has come and gone. I have spent the last 5 months rebuilding/ re-facing the studio. Now we are glad to announce that the studio is more effective on excucting order and has been expanding into new markets.
It has been a crazy 3 year for me. With completing my BFA degree at Alfred University, moving home and the creation of the studio I have been very busy. Looking back on the last 24 months I realize how far I have come and how much I have accomplished, even tho I operated my own landscaping business and was working in a restruant most of last year, I have been able to kind of stay on top of the studio. But I'm happy to announce that the only thing I will be doing from now on is operating the STUDIO. We have a big year planned with expansions in number of galleries, number of shows and with hopefully an luck ending to the summer in a new building. So stay tuned in to where and what we are doing.
Class Happenings:
There are a number for new potters joining the ranks here at the studio from all over and all walks of life. As always anyone ages 3 and up are welcome to sign-up for classes which there is a wide array of times and durations available.
I'm offering a 10% discount on total class value for anyone that can put together a class of three people, so get two friends together and come have the first ball on us.
As always the studio/ gallery is open 10am to 6pm Monday through Friday and 10am to 4 pm saturdays and sundays, also stop in any time you see our open up gallery. We hope to see you soon.
Otherwise check us out any time on Facebook.com or Etsy.com
Kiln News:
The Kiln is feeling its oats for sure, we are firing almost very other day at this point, so if you need something fired or you are interested in seeing or experiancing the kiln stop by any tuesday, thursday or on the weekends. Also starting in june we will be doing "hot pot days" where you will be able to stop by the studio and pickout that perfect piece, still warm form the kiln.
Retail Locations:
The Village Coop, North Leverett Rd. Leverett, Ma.
The Artisan Gallery, 162 Main Street Northampton, Ma.
The Blue Marble, 191 North Pleasant Street Amherst Ma.
Bliss Farms Antiques, 417 Trenont street Rehoboth Ma.
FireFly moon Gallery, Arlington Heights Ma.
Wheat Berry, Main street Amherst Ma.
Provisions, Montigue Ma.
Petersham Center For the Arts, Petersham Ma.
Mission Cantina, Amherst Ma.
Dean's Beans Coffee Company, Orange Ma.
SOWA market, 388 Albany street Boston Ma. (sundays 10-5)
Sowa Greenway market, Boston Ma. (saturdays 11-5)
Personal Notes:
Its hard to believe but another year has come and gone. I have spent the last 5 months rebuilding/ re-facing the studio. Now we are glad to announce that the studio is more effective on excucting order and has been expanding into new markets.
It has been a crazy 3 year for me. With completing my BFA degree at Alfred University, moving home and the creation of the studio I have been very busy. Looking back on the last 24 months I realize how far I have come and how much I have accomplished, even tho I operated my own landscaping business and was working in a restruant most of last year, I have been able to kind of stay on top of the studio. But I'm happy to announce that the only thing I will be doing from now on is operating the STUDIO. We have a big year planned with expansions in number of galleries, number of shows and with hopefully an luck ending to the summer in a new building. So stay tuned in to where and what we are doing.
Class Happenings:
There are a number for new potters joining the ranks here at the studio from all over and all walks of life. As always anyone ages 3 and up are welcome to sign-up for classes which there is a wide array of times and durations available.
I'm offering a 10% discount on total class value for anyone that can put together a class of three people, so get two friends together and come have the first ball on us.
As always the studio/ gallery is open 10am to 6pm Monday through Friday and 10am to 4 pm saturdays and sundays, also stop in any time you see our open up gallery. We hope to see you soon.
Otherwise check us out any time on Facebook.com or Etsy.com
Kiln News:
The Kiln is feeling its oats for sure, we are firing almost very other day at this point, so if you need something fired or you are interested in seeing or experiancing the kiln stop by any tuesday, thursday or on the weekends. Also starting in june we will be doing "hot pot days" where you will be able to stop by the studio and pickout that perfect piece, still warm form the kiln.
Retail Locations:
The Village Coop, North Leverett Rd. Leverett, Ma.
The Artisan Gallery, 162 Main Street Northampton, Ma.
The Blue Marble, 191 North Pleasant Street Amherst Ma.
Bliss Farms Antiques, 417 Trenont street Rehoboth Ma.
FireFly moon Gallery, Arlington Heights Ma.
Wheat Berry, Main street Amherst Ma.
Provisions, Montigue Ma.
Petersham Center For the Arts, Petersham Ma.
Mission Cantina, Amherst Ma.
Dean's Beans Coffee Company, Orange Ma.
SOWA market, 388 Albany street Boston Ma. (sundays 10-5)
Sowa Greenway market, Boston Ma. (saturdays 11-5)
Learn More
For more information about classes, the studio, and hand made wares and art pieces, please explore the site or contact:
The New Green Gates Pottery
53 Cave Hill Road, Leverett, MA. 01054 // 413 262 8988
thenewgreengates@gmail.com
TOMAS BLACK, BFA. -- professional potter and ceramics teacher
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53 Cave Hill Road, Leverett, MA. 01054 // 413 262 8988
thenewgreengates@gmail.com
TOMAS BLACK, BFA. -- professional potter and ceramics teacher
Remember to Like Us on Facebook.com