About Tori Motyl
American Potter and Ceramic Artist
From Dinnerware Ceramics to
Large-Scale Pottery Pieces
Hi, I’m Tori — a ceramic artist who’s spent my life working with clay. I grew up in Rochester, NY, spent years growing my business in Asheville, NC, and now call Vermont home. My journey as a potter started with dinnerware, but in 2019, I turned my focus to oversized terracotta pieces. After working with other artists and an apprenticeship at The Village Potters Clay Center, I found my love for big vessels—pieces that create their own presence in a room.
To me, monolithic pots ground the space they sit in, evoking moments of quiet and calm solitude. I look forward to the opportunity to create my art for spaces big and small.
The Pots & The Process
All of my in-house designs are made from a warm, red terracotta clay suitable for indoors or out. Custom orders, however, can be made in a variety of clays and glazes to capture the exact feeling, color, or finish you want for your space.
Every piece begins with a consideration of where it will some day live. I think about the shape and movement of the location and its elements. The result? A vessel that feels like it belongs—grounded, harmonious, and intentionally designed to enhance its space.
My studio and process are simple. I use a small number of tools and traditional techniques to create my work, allowing me to stay focused on each piece as I make it.
In 2020 I had the honor of receiving the awards for both the Craft and Overall Winner of the Our State Magazine Made in NC awards. You can see the full article here .
Made in NC Awards
Find or Create Your Perfect Piece
If you are looking for pieces ready to ship or be picked up at my studio, explore my in-stock selection of handmade pottery.
Looking to have one or more pieces custom made? Check out my Custom Ordering page to learn more about the process and get started.