The Continuing Story of the Pots in the Window
AKA: What Does Nina Simone have to do with it?
The Background: Last Friday I posted a follow-up to an original blog entry titled “How Much is that Pot in the Window?” It was related to a pottery piece that my Asheville potter son, Josh, had displayed in the window of his “Clay Space” pottery studio; 9 pots glued to piece of wood, which was set on the ledge of his studio, not necessarily for the purpose of selling, but more to draw attention to his studio. 
“How Much is that Pot in the Window?” Last week, Josh called with the answer; “$400.” It was purchased by a private collector.
The Plot Thickens: The art collector who bought Josh’s pots glued to wood has a blog! It’s called “The Eunice Waymon Birthplace” and chronicles his efforts to restore the original home of Eunice Waymon in Tryon, North Carolina. In the time it took to click on a google search, I discovered that Eunice Waymon is Nina Simone! Of course, I knew Nina Simone was a singer and a major talent, but I didn’t know anything about her history, or the fact that she was active in civil rights, recorded several Bob Dylan songs, and sang a rendition of (my all time favorite) Suzanne by Leonard Cohen. Her webpage describes her as: "Singer, Pianist, Arranger, Composer, Honorary Doctor in Music and Humanities, High Priestess of Soul, Queen of African Rooted Classical Music. " She died in April, 2003 at the age of 70. 
But the best part of this connect-the-dots saga, is that the private collector who purchased Josh’s Clay Space window pots sent me a photo of them in their new home. Don’t they look great?!
My son, Josh, doesn’t have a webpage yet. I’m thinking maybe he needs his own category on the sidebar of my blog.
Post Note: We are heading out for some R&R to an undisclosed location that I’m hoping involves the ocean. Posting here may be erratic.
Comments
Hope you have a marvellous and restful time!
And the pots are gorgeous btw.
Here via Michele
Posted by: Blue Monkey Jammies | March 3, 2006 8:40 AM
How wonderful! They do look great in their new home!:)
Posted by: Shannon | March 3, 2006 10:53 AM
Cool story. I love when pieces fall into place.
Posted by: Karen | March 3, 2006 11:08 AM
How excellent is that?
Have a great trip and we will too!
Posted by: Chris-sea | March 3, 2006 12:14 PM
Have a great time.
If you are headed this way.... it was great to be "beached" yesterday. But today it is cold and with a north wind off the ocean. I would have to bundle up down at the oceanfront.
Great picture of the final pot spot.
Posted by: srp | March 3, 2006 12:46 PM
WOW....they do look great!! Josh is a talent. Have fun on your trip !xox
Posted by: Sherry | March 3, 2006 4:31 PM
Have a great trip!
Posted by: kenju | March 3, 2006 5:38 PM
Ah, yes, seven degrees happens even in Floyd!
Posted by: Tabor | March 3, 2006 5:48 PM
Artists inspire me.
Have a nice rest!
I am enjoying getting to know your sister.
Posted by: Carol | March 3, 2006 6:57 PM
Sorry I haven't been by this week! I've been posting food pics and starting a new weekly Meme. Swing by if you have time.
Posted by: Harmonia | March 3, 2006 8:17 PM
WOW! Thats so neat! Yes I think its time He has his own category on your side bar.. :) Or atleast a blog of his own.. LOL.. Enjoy your r&r
Posted by: Ivy | March 3, 2006 9:53 PM
I love this "connection"...Nina Simone was one of The Greats! I love the way those pots look in their new location...
I hope you do put a 'special' something on your sidebar for Josh...He should get a domain name and start his own Website/Blog/Art Home...you know? So sorry you are unable to visit me...I miss your comments, Colleen.
Posted by: OldOldLady Of The Hills | March 4, 2006 4:54 AM
? Josh, and interesting about Eunice Waymon (I have to admit I didn't know her). I love these kinds of stories!
And to Carol who comments above - I'm enjoying getting to know you too.
P.S. Have a blast on your trip. I hope your wirerless works.
Posted by: Kathy | March 4, 2006 11:56 PM
Sorry my entire comment didn't post. I was saying...wonderful for Josh!
Posted by: Kathy | March 4, 2006 11:58 PM
Wonderful story! And those pots are gorgeous. May you have a wonderful, restful time! (I first typed it as "festful," which I suppose is appropriate, too.)
Posted by: Elissa | March 5, 2006 12:10 AM
This is really cool Colleen! Have a great trip!!
Posted by: D L Ennis | March 5, 2006 12:22 AM
You have the best stories! They always peak my interest!
Posted by: deana | March 5, 2006 9:55 PM
That is so cool!
Posted by: Nancy | March 6, 2006 1:22 PM
What a cool story of the journey of the pots. Is he going to make another set to draw attention to his window again?
Posted by: Pearl | March 6, 2006 8:32 PM