Tania June Sammons

African Americans played a significant role in pottery development throughout the South, and are particularly well-known for their creative work in the Edgefield District, South Carolina. These talented workers brought skills and techniques with them from Africa, and developed new pottery methods in America. By presenting a small sampling of their work, Beyond Utility allowed viewers the opportunity to carefully contemplate each work. Low and spot lighting elevated the pots to a sacred level. A pamphlet supplemented this exhibition. Photo credit: Tania June Sammons