I am a potter who has been making handmade pottery for the last 40 years. My goal as a Wikipedia contributer is to add information about potters and pottery from the Pacific NW. Most master craftsmen remain largely unknown during their lifetimes (outside their local community). Years later their work may become collectible as art objects or high craft. I was hoping to add information about Master potters who have worked in the Pacific NW for at least 30 years leaving some record for future generations who might be interested in the people behind the pottery.