While I enjoy making all kinds of artwork, pottery remains central to my artistic practice. I love the rhythm of making pots. Also I love the way I feel making pots connects me to earth, to history, and to everyday life. I tend towards simple pots, made for everyday use. They are designed to add a small amount of beauty and intentionality to daily routines and gatherings of family and friends. 

About David  

David J. P. Hooker lives and works in the greater Chicago area, where he is an artist and Chair of the Art Department at Wheaton College. He received an M.F.A. in Ceramics from Kent State University and a B.A. in English from Furman University. 
 
His artistic practice explores the inherent value of materials, objects, and places, hoping to find ways to better connect and understand the world we live in. Recently he was awarded the Dunhuang Ceramic Residency and spent two months as artist in residence in Lanzhou, China. 
 
When David is not freaking out over deadlines, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Elaine, his children Abbey and Samuel, and the family cat, Evee. He also enjoys baseball, BBQ, and tennis—not necessarily in that order.
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