Playful ceramic tableware and sculptural objects created through curiosity, collaboration, and community.
Founded from a simple but powerful idea to “Begin Anyhow,” Anyhow Studio grew out of founder and creative director Liz Welch’s desire to reconnect with creativity through making. Inspired by artist Lisa Congdon’s words and a belief that creativity thrives when approached with openness rather than perfection, the studio became something larger than a ceramics space. Today, Anyhow is known for its playful functional objects, expressive ceramics, and a collaborative environment where artists of all experience levels are encouraged to explore, experiment, and stay curious.
Working primarily with off-white cone 6 stoneware and the studio’s own in-house dip glazes, the artists at Anyhow create one-of-a-kind mugs, vases, planters, sculptures, and thoughtfully made objects full of texture and personality. Techniques like sgraffito, mishima, wax resist, stamping, stenciling, and slip trailing move fluidly across the studio as artists exchange ideas, test new methods, and inspire one another through the shared rhythm of making.
Inside its bright 7,500 square foot home in Providence’s Valley Arts District, Anyhow Studio functions as both workspace and gathering place. Members, students, and staff share kilns, tools, knowledge, and plenty of everyday moments alongside resident dogs Daisy from HR and Cashew from the Sniffing and Receiving department. That spirit of community shapes everything that happens there, creating a studio where creativity feels welcoming, collaborative, and always open to becoming something unexpected.
What You'll Find at Bloom
One-of-a-kind ceramic mugs, vases, planters, and sculptures, handmade pottery featuring playful forms and layered glaze work, and functional objects created through collaboration and experimentation
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Why Bloom?
“Beyond knowing Heather and Savannah, and their work personally, I am truly impressed with the curation, support and location of the shop.” - Liz Welch
Fun Fact
The 4 kilns at Anyhow Studio are named Roberta, Frankie, Giuseppe, and Liza Minelli.