Information provided by the Artist: Anthony Maki Gill is an art maker, arts advocate, educator, and community-builder working in the foothills of Northern California. He maintains a donation based clay/art studio in Auburn, "The Endurance Capital of the World". Anthony began his career in education facilitating art experiences for foster, homeless and incarcerated youth. His introduction to clay as an art & craft discipline came in Lana Wilson’s beginning ceramics class at Mesa College in 1987. Upon returning home to Auburn, Anthony met Larry ‘Luis’ Ortiz, who taught him how to throw pots, and provided a studiospace and materials to fail, learn, and teach. With nearly four decades experience working with clay, Anthony has had the opportunity to assist many historically important artists. He has made work with Pete Voulkos, Rudy Autio, & Stephen DeStaebler.