I’m curious about the natural world in which we live. I use natural source clay as an inherent way to express my interest.
Biography
Bob Acton continually revives his 10-year-old self by poking under rocks while walking shorelines. He loves being in the bush (as he calls it) or in nature (as others call it) and the energy we share with the world around us.
He obtained his Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Saskatchewan. Bob developed an early interest in pottery but didn’t actively take it up until a back injury made him realize that life is precious and often fleeting. He realized that he needed to do what was important to him today, and not put it off until tomorrow. He then created his own art studio and began taking pottery classes. He maintains an active practice of learning through reading, taking workshops and training with world experts. He has learned from Dave Settles, Adrian Golban, Alessandro Gallo, Hayne Bayless, Adrian Arleo, Christina Cordova, and most recently with Brendan Hesmondhalgh in the UK.
When not in his studio, you’ll find him in his garden, cooking in the kitchen, listening to music, playing with his Labrador dog, or out in the bush. Bob and his family live in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Living aside the Rocky Mountains fills his heart with ideas for his work. He is the Secretary of the Alberta Potters’ Association and the Partnership Coordinator of JazzYYC. Bob’s work is held in private collections across Canada.
Supported by
Bob’s work has been supported by Calgary Arts Development through the provision of a 2023 Artist Development Microgrant.
I live and work in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. In the spirit of reconciliation, I acknowledge that I live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.
Juried Shows, Sales, and Magazines
2023 Art Market Craft Sale
APA
APA Stein Show 2023
PROST! CHEERS! APA Stein Show 2022
Artistonish - 2023
Art Show International - 2023
Shapes & Colours by Gallerium and The Book of Arts - 2023
Arts Aqui Gallery