About the ArtistsBobbie Dalpiaz actually began her professional career as a music teacher. What began as art lessons with her children soon became a passion, and she realized that pottery was her true love. She now teaches pottery and art at Sayville High School on Long Island NY. She has attended numerous workshops throughout the east coast and has led many demonstrations and workshops in New York State. Bobbie is a member of the Long Island Art Guild and the Potters Council of the American Ceramic Society  Her husband Bob, has recently retired from a rewarding career as band director at Brentwood High School. Throughout his music career Bob has been an active woodworker, constantly refining his skills. He is excited about his new opportunity to enjoy his passion for performing music and turning wood. Bob is a member of the Long Island Woodworking club and the American Association of Woodturners.  Artists' Statement:
In our travels, Bobbie and I both realized that it was rare to see pottery and wood combined in the same pieces.
Bobbie was the first to realize that the exotic woods I was turning would beautifully enhance the glazes she was using on her pottery.
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