"As a potter, I am particularly interested in the crossover between form and function that is found in ancient Etruscan, Greek and Roman pottery. Archeologists have found countless clay drinking cups, storage containers and cooking vessels from earlier civilizations, which tell us what people traded and ate and give us insight into their everyday lives. They also discovered vessels in which artists pushed their skills to create objects that clearly rose above everyday use. In such works of art, the form and surface design unite, creating an object that surpasses its original intent. It is with this in mind that I set out to create these pieces — attempting to build upon the strength of the classics while creating a modern interpretation. Animals have been added to introduce richness and balance to the design. When Schall moved to Louisville in 2002, he created Schall Studio & Design, which features wheel-thrown ceramic lamps, dinnerware, and pieces for the garden. All pieces are designed, wheel thrown and custom glazed in his studio in Old Louisville, Ky. - an eclectic area renowned for its 19th century architecture and dedication to the contemporary arts. J-D Schall Artwork Catalog