Nepalgunj Potters Ramp Up Tihar Earthenware Production

Potters in Nepalgunj are increasing production of clay lamps and other earthenware for Tihar and Chhath, when demand surges despite the occupation’s declining viability and younger generations leaving the trade. In West Virginia, Carnegie Hall is offering a three-session raku workshop where participants make pottery, glaze it and take part in a live firing. Other articles highlight pottery classes and studios in Virginia and Ohio, presenting ceramics as a creative, community-oriented activity for people seeking a hands-on experience.