The 18th Annual Studio Tour for Rutherford County will be November 18th through the 20th, and Studio S is creating some special showings at their 1426 Avon Road location to celebrate 40-years of being a part of the art's community.
Father-son team Lewis & Eric Snyder are proud of their rustic former dairy barn in the heart of the Murfeesboro city limits. Snyder commented, "It features green space in the middle of town often amazing visitors from near and far."
While doing this interview, he referred to a favorite Bible verse: "Does not the potter have the right to make out of the same lump of clay some pottery for noble purposes and some for common use?" (Romans 9:21 NIV)
He explained, "Clay is transformed from a fragile piece of manipulated earth to a lasting piece of pottery through the ordeal of fire. Otherwise, it crumbles to dust.
Pottery today must satisfy visual and decorative needs, as well as functional. The potter, therefore, engages in the challenge of artistry, craftsmanship and function. Carefully, a balance between these challenges combine to satisfy the artist and bring joy to the one taking it home."
Those interested in this challenge are encouraged to attend the Snyder’s annual open house which coincides with the 18th Annual Studio Tour of Rutherford County this year on November 18 - 20, 2011. Numerous demonstrations are planned and Smyrna jeweler Dolores Weaver will be on hand to showcase the beauty of her fine jewelry. Studio Tour hours are November 18 and 19 from 10 am – 5 pm and November 20 from 12 – 5 pm.
The studio’s address is 1426 Avon Road, ½ mile north of the intersection of Northfield Blvd and Battleground Drive just off Broad Street.
