We might be more open to the idea of beautiful stoneware plates after all, and if Target has anything to say about it, then their latest Christmas-ready holiday find might be just the final nudge ...

She was right: I needed to catch my breath. It’s safe to say I have a pottery problem. I used to buy cheeky mugs at Target, until I picked up a handmade one at an arts festival in Atlanta.

But amidst it all, there were some themes and trends that really stood out for me, and I noticed some incredible artists who are pushing the boundaries of ceramic art. Seven artist-innovators ...