Our next article on the Washington County Pottery trail brings us into the life of Allison Coles Severance. Allison is a master potter known for her unique approach to clay and her ability to create beautiful and functional pieces. Her pottery studio is located in the Appalachian foothills of Western Maryland, where her sense of style and attention to the details provides a tranquil environment that inspires her creations. Allison's work reflects her passion and dedication to her craft, and her work is a testament to the intersection of art and functionality, and she invites others to explore pottery and start their own journey. As Allison said, each piece of pottery "at the table– decorated with food and passed around by hand – will eventually come to life. My pots send out a visual invitation to be held in the hand."