Who are you & what do you do?
My name is Nina, I am the potter behind Moon Dog Studio. I create functional, handmade pottery made to transform the everyday into memorable moments.
What has been your favorite moment?
I love that pottery isn't one-size-fits-all. Some of my favorite moments are when a customer picks up several mugs, testing out how they feel, and then seeing the moment they find the one that feels just right. You can see it in their face and the way they grasp the mug. I love the idea that something I made becomes a part of another person's daily life and maybe even a favorite item.
What is the latest thing you've been working on?
My fall/winter line is focused on cozy moments and the season of gathering. You'll find big bowls to fill with hearty soups. Mugs to enjoy your favorite hot drink. Mixing bowls for creating and serving dishes to share your creations. And to enhance the warm, cozy atmosphere around your whole home, handmade luminaries and ornaments.
Where did your business name come from? Is there an interesting story behind it?
My business name comes from a rare celestial occurrence where the moon appears to have a halo encircling it or often looking like two dimples of light on either side, called a moon dog. Because of my love of the outdoors and taking personal trips into the wilderness, as well as my previous career in experiential education, I have been lucky enough to see moon dogs. The name was chosen to remember those long nights spent gathered around a fire, or a camping stove, enjoying life's simple pleasures.
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