Katherine Tucker

Katherine is Civil Stoneware's founder and creative director. She has been throwing pots for over 17 years, and running Civil Stoneware since 2017. Currently a prop stylist for photographers, magazines, and advertising agencies, Katherine feels these pieces are tools of the trade. Katherine's favorite thing to make in the studio is whatever new idea is coming next! Katherine designs every piece with love and is always looking for the next thing to bring to your table. Her creativity is endless and she leads our team with grace, generosity, and a spirit of humility that keeps our whole team inspired!

Hollen Summersell

Hollen is our Business and Production Director. Hollen focuses primarily on managing the production of our wares and the business end of studio operations, but she still loves to get her hands dirty in the studio whenever she can. Her favorite thing to make is custom pieces designed in collaboration with our customers and stockists! Hollen has exquisite taste and design sensibilities, and a vast knowledge of ceramics. She’d love to help you pick out the perfect collection of tableware or a one of a kind gift.

Grace Vaughn

Grace has been with Civil Stoneware for two years, and she helps make our plates, bowls, and other slab-built wares. She puts a loving touch and attention to detail into everything she makes. Her favorite thing to make is our match striker! You'll see Grace when you stop in to visit our studio on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. She's always welcoming our visitors with her sweet smile! Grace is full of great ideas, and we love having her creative energy on the team! 

Bethany

Bethany has been with Civil Stoneware for about six months now. She helps make wheel-thrown pieces. Bethany is a pottery pro with amazing technical abilities and an eye for detail. Her favorite thing to make is one-of-a-kind vases and vessels! Bethany brings a steady, grounded presence to the studio, and we love having such a passionate and talented artist on our team!

Ashby

Ashby is our Merchandising and e-Commerce Intern for the summer! She is working on creating a new website, as well as other tasks around the office. She is here every Mon-Fri, so come say hi if you visit the studio!