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KimB
@kbumgardner.bsky.social

Ceramic artist, functional pottery maker,
clay junkie, nature lover 🧚🏼‍♂️🧚🏻‍♀️,
wildflower enthusiast🌼🌸🍄,
#democracy🗽, #blueplanet
#truthmatter #ruleoflaw
#clayart #pottery #wildflower
#cellomusic #comedy

“We are more alike than dissimilar”
My latest collection of potteries are displayed at the Potter’s Wheel,
120-33 83rd Avenue, Kew Gardens,
NY 11415 Tel: (718)441-6614

There are variety of ceramic arts all created by teachers and students at this Studio; functional potteries, jewelry, decorative artworks and many more.
November 8, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Finished decorating this 10” tall planter with an underwater scene.
Acolytes and a school of fishes.
October 1, 2025 at 12:04 AM
This little girl entertained me for the duration of more than 10 hours of flight from the far east to Midwest US. She was traveling with her mom and dad and a younger sibling. I read and dozed off at times but so pleased to have a little fun distraction during the long flight.
September 24, 2025 at 11:54 PM
September 7, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Antique doors in ancient town near the palaces of Seoul, Korea.
Love wooden frames and carvings, striking contrast compared to modern metal and glass structures.
September 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Updated collection of my potteries at the Potter’s Wheel Studio, 120-33 83rd Avenue, Kew Gardens, NY 11415
T; 718-441-6614
#individually crafted
#functional ceramics
#hand painted designs
#support local artists
August 28, 2025 at 10:32 AM
8.5”x10-1/4” flower pot.
First made a 4.5” tall cylinder, then added coils to reach the height of
10”. I used the metal rib to smoothe the walls inside as well as outside.
Waiting to trim the bottom to make a footing and a drainage hole.
August 10, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Weekend trip to Burlington, VT. Got together with friends and family, food, drinks, activities by the Lake Champlain and a little browsing at the Church Street Mall. Everything was so expensive nowadays.
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@lake Champlain

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July 29, 2025 at 12:52 AM
A 9” diameter plate with yellow lilies. I feel satisfied making this completed just in time for my favorite client’s birthday.

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July 17, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Washington Square Park, NYC ; 6/13/25. Somethings don’t change much and that’s a good thing.
June 13, 2025 at 9:56 PM
My recent accomplishment, a vase with decorative handles and royal blue florets.

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“In a world of guns and ice, there is the great noise of battle and the greater silence of lovers.”

- Dr. Zhivago -
June 2, 2025 at 11:16 AM
A few new vessels are added to my collection, 5/6/25 at Potter’s Wheel, 120-33 83 Avenue, Kew Gardens, NY 11415 T: 718-441-6614
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“Don’t think about making art, just get it done.” - Andy Warhol -
May 8, 2025 at 10:51 AM
This is my second attempt to make two-tiered dessert server. It turned out pretty good. Hopefully I don’t make any mistakes until the end.

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“Art is to console those who are broken by life.”
- Vincent Van Gogh -
May 4, 2025 at 11:12 AM
We have a crook in the WH raking in millions …
May 1, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Central Park, NYC this afternoon.
Absolutely beautiful day. It’s too beautiful to forget about the current political turmoil and enjoy the nature and share time with family and friends. 🌿🌼🙏🌸🌷
April 29, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Pink and white petals fall from this giant Tulip tree covering the lawn beautifully. I can visualize a pretty bride stepping out any minute. 🌸🌷🌼

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April 17, 2025 at 1:28 AM
My dear friend who received this plate a while ago just sent me a photo below when he had his shrimp 🦐 and cocktail sauce.
My favorite part of making potteries is when I see them being put to good use. 💖🩵🧡💚💜
April 15, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Decorating this vessel is almost complete.
April 4, 2025 at 4:12 PM
March 28, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Early Spring flowers growing and blooming to celebrate new season.
Such welcoming sight after a long and harsh winter. Feeling thankful 💚🙏💛🙏🩵
March 19, 2025 at 10:06 PM
The recipient of my ceramic spoon rest. He is delighted to have a dish where his hard working spoons can finally rest. 😂😊😛
March 17, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Four spoon rests were made 2 weeks ago ( on the far right).
Two of them are ready to be sold or given away as a gift.
Love the owl🦉
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#functionalceramics
#natureinspireddesigns
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March 13, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Forget-me-nots on my latest ceramic plate.
#potteryart
#individuallycrafted
#handpainted

“The beauty of pottery lies in its imperfections, the subtle variations and irregularities that give each piece its own unique character.”
March 7, 2025 at 3:04 AM
My first pedestal bowl. I’ve tried to make one before with no success.
Feeling proud of succeeding it this time. I made a bowl and a cylinder, trimmed them, then attached them together with slip. A little more trimming at the end. 😂
February 23, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Poisonous mushrooms 🍄
Aren’t they cute? 😳
February 13, 2025 at 4:23 PM