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"The machinery of industry cannot cope with variable raw materials so their innate character must be "refined" out. Twenty-five years ago I became frustrated with these materials and began quarrying and processing my own clay and minerals for glazes. All these materials are local (within a day's drive is how I define local). These clay's and rocks have their own unique character and that fact makes self-concious self-expression inappropiate and unnecessary. The many technical challenges arising from this pioneering approach have maintained my interest in and engagement with this process of making simple utensils. They are a completely local expression and that commitment to locality, in my opinion, is a necessary precondition of work that is worth doing". Gerald Morton

Established in 1977 Moose Mountain Pottery is located on Highway 9 five miles north of Kenosee Lake, Sask.