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We are makers on a mission to preserve and promote, educate and encourage, the highest standard of excellence in regional crafts.
The work of our Members reflects a high degree of competence, professional standards, and artistry in their medium and category. Eligibility is determined by a jury review process which takes place twice each year.
Kent Allen
Kent Allen
Enterprise, MS
Clay / Ceramics
Guild member since 1989
Kent works primarily with mid-range stoneware clay- wheel thrown, altered and hand-build additions to the basic vessel form. He uses glazes, vitreous slips, and non-fired pigments. His inspirations come from contemporary, old, and primitive art which put a spiritual aspect to his work. As far back as he can remember, he has painted, drawn, or sculpted. When he was about five, he scooped fresh cement from a road patch and quickly formed a human head. Since that time, he has gone through periods of intense work and periods of virtual hibernation. A former mental health professional and college art teacher, Kent now has more time to spend in his studio.