From meh to mesmerizing...

[frothic|approach]

Sometimes I glance at a freshly fired piece and think it missed the mark, only to find myself loving it weeks later. Colors seem to deepen, textures to settle and something about repeated looks makes certain pots stand out more than they initially did. Maybe it's just expectations playing tricks but I'd love to hear if anyone else has experienced this.

If there is anyone else here

 

[madaboutmud]

Hey, it's funny that you mention that!
That's definitely me especially when I just started doing pottery!
Maybe it's the exhaustion and high expectations after hours of work that make me feeling a bit meh but it's true that I'd eventually love my creation!
It still happens sometimes, so when I get disappointed, I always tell myself to check my finished piece later so I can see it again with fresh eyes!

 

[frothic|approach]

Hey, it's funny that you mention that!
That's definitely me especially when I just started doing pottery!
Maybe it's the exhaustion and high expectations after hours of work that make me feeling a bit meh but it's true that I'd eventually love my creation!
It still happens sometimes, so when I get disappointed, I always tell myself to check my finished piece later so I can see it again with fresh eyes!

I totally know what you mean. Sometimes after all that work in the studio, you're just too close to the piece to see it clearly. Walking away for a bit and coming back with fresh eyes is like magic. Suddenly you see things you didn't before. What kind of pottery do you usually make?

 

[centertheclay412]

A change in perspective happens quite often in pottery. At first, feelings of disappointment can arise from being tired and having set high expectations after putting in so much effort.

 

[frothic|approach]

A change in perspective happens quite often in pottery. At first, feelings of disappointment can arise from being tired and having set high expectations after putting in so much effort.

You're echoing what @madaboutmud said about tiredness and high expectations clouding our perception of our work. It's interesting how that shift in perception can sneak up on you, even weeks later. I've had pieces where the glaze felt flat at first, then suddenly it catches the light in a way I hadn't noticed before. I'm starting to think part of the magic is just giving the piece time to breathe outside the studio.