Ben Behunin

"I make high-fired stoneware pottery that is highly decorated and often graphic in nature, telling stories or expressing thoughts or messages that are upbeat, often spiritual and always encouraging. I’m an optimist and my work reflects my attitudes. I love making work that makes people think, stop, feel something and smile. I make the best work I know how. And when I learn more I do better. I like making work that brings smiles, happiness and meaning into other people’s lives. I feel like that’s my job as an artist—to spread beauty and joy. And that’s what I aim to do everyday. It’s become meaningful to me and my clients." - Ben Behunin