Rita Walker

Potter
Cedar Park, Texas

About the Artist

Rita offers her own signature flair to her ceramic creations. Her eye and interest were drawn to the art of pottery in junior high.  Through an inspiring and influential art teacher, who had a ceramics studio, a creative spark was lit that would change Rita’s life.

Years later and after exploring many other mediums she returned to clay.  Rita is primarily self-taught but studied briefly with a Lubbock based potter who taught critically important techniques of their craft, such as how to throw on the wheel, mix clay and glazes, and set up a show.  Rita relocated to Austin in 1997 and began Rita Walker Pottery.

A few years later she opened her own studio, which was also available to other potters, and additionally began sharing her love of her craft by instructing others.  Rita is still intrigued and motivated by the unlimited creative possibilities clay offers.  Rita shapes both functional and sculptural pieces.  Her passion has not dimmed for the love of teaching, playing and creating with clay.

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“I love what I do, I love that it has introduced me to interesting creative people. It has enhanced my life in so many ways.”

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Rita @Artisans Connect Gallery

Rita’s pottery has been part of the gallery since the day we opened.  Her pottery has personality and is a mix of decorative and functional.   

Rita has inspired many people to give pottery a try.  I am one of those people and am grateful to her for providing the space to play.  

Here are a few of Rita’s pieces that are currently available* in the gallery.

*art availability is subject to change. 

Art that Fits

How’s the search for that “I know it when I see it” piece?

Is that space above the fireplace still empty because you don’t what size fits best?

Are your walls bare because you can’t decide on a style?

We can help you figure out what fits for you.  We can provide guidance and match you to the artist that fits your style.

Leslie is one of our artists that provides custom services. See the slides for a few examples of how Leslie solved our clients art challenges.

 

Challenge 1
curved wall adjacent to staircase
Solution 1
divide image into three 16" panels
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