POTTERY IN THE WILD

Past Winners

Every photograph here was taken by a customer, in their own yard or kitchen or front step. Not a stylist in sight. That is what we like about this contest: it shows you what our pottery actually looks like once it leaves Tumalo and goes to work somewhere.

Everything you see came off our lot. If something catches your eye, come find it.

Water Features

First Prize · 2026 Sherry James Sherry James framed her black and red birdbath between two matching arrangements (in our pots). Such a perfectly coordinated scene with beautiful & stylish plantings makes the birds feel properly apprecia — First Prize · 2026Sherry JamesSherry James framed her black and red birdbath between two matching arrangements (in our pots). Such a perfectly coordinated scene with beautiful & stylish plantings makes the birds feel properly appreciated. Great picture, Sherry!

Second Prize · 2026 Marj Levengood Marj Levengood created a meditative, tranquil vibe with one of our huge Buddha head fountains on top of a "disappearing" reservoir, recirculating the water over the river stones she placed the head on. You — Second Prize · 2026Marj LevengoodMarj Levengood created a meditative, tranquil vibe with one of our huge Buddha head fountains on top of a "disappearing" reservoir, recirculating the water over the river stones she placed the head on. Your photo flows with zen-like peacefulness. Nice job, Marj - thank you!

Third Prize · 2026 Beth Brown Beth Brown created a fountain using three of our basalt-glazed pieces, two planters and a garden sphere. Her photo captures how water flows evenly over the sphere, shimmering as it catches the rough textures of — Third Prize · 2026Beth BrownBeth Brown created a fountain using three of our basalt-glazed pieces, two planters and a garden sphere. Her photo captures how water flows evenly over the sphere, shimmering as it catches the rough textures of the glaze. The birds and pollinators must be loving it! Thanks for getting creative with us! Great photo, Beth!

First Prize · 2025 Jean Hayes Managed to catch the water bubbling and a cute finch bathing at her self contained water fountain in red with silver drip glazing. Makes it all worth the effort when you can provide habitat and viewing enjoymen — First Prize · 2025Jean HayesManaged to catch the water bubbling and a cute finch bathing at her self contained water fountain in red with silver drip glazing. Makes it all worth the effort when you can provide habitat and viewing enjoyment from pottery.

Second Prize · 2025 Barbara Seacrest Snapped a cute shot of a water critter on her begonia and it was just so cute, we had to include it in the water feature category. Good focus and interesting shot. — Second Prize · 2025Barbara SeacrestSnapped a cute shot of a water critter on her begonia and it was just so cute, we had to include it in the water feature category. Good focus and interesting shot.

First Prize · 2024 Celeste Kirk Purchased a large hand-carved Buddha Fountain from us last year, and this water feature became the center of the re-landscape of her front yard. Great job Celeste! — First Prize · 2024Celeste KirkPurchased a large hand-carved Buddha Fountain from us last year, and this water feature became the center of the re-landscape of her front yard. Great job Celeste!

Second Prize · 2024 Katy Meyers (Bishop) Purchased this double set of Origins water fountains and had a very specific idea of what she wanted in her design and the outcome. Katy, we think you hit it outta the park. Stellar! — Second Prize · 2024Katy Meyers (Bishop)Purchased this double set of Origins water fountains and had a very specific idea of what she wanted in her design and the outcome. Katy, we think you hit it outta the park. Stellar!

Third Prize · 2024 John Grant Had a difficult corner of his house to beautify and create a beautiful landscape. His water feature is perfectly in proportion with the landscape. Hope you enjoy listening to your water while you lounge, John! — Third Prize · 2024John GrantHad a difficult corner of his house to beautify and create a beautiful landscape. His water feature is perfectly in proportion with the landscape. Hope you enjoy listening to your water while you lounge, John!

First Prize · 2023 Patty Meyer Stopped by the shop looking for something special, and we made her a custom fountain with our newest pottery styles. Her fountain and patio are winners. — First Prize · 2023Patty MeyerStopped by the shop looking for something special, and we made her a custom fountain with our newest pottery styles. Her fountain and patio are winners.

Second Prize · 2023 Mark and Donna Merriman Were looking to update their landscaping, and this is the completed project. You hit the mark in this xeriscape. Enjoy your water feature. — Second Prize · 2023Mark and Donna MerrimanWere looking to update their landscaping, and this is the completed project. You hit the mark in this xeriscape. Enjoy your water feature.

Third Prize · 2023 Kate Atmore Sent along this composition with humor and practicality, making us chuckle with the whimsical layout. Sweet! — Third Prize · 2023Kate AtmoreSent along this composition with humor and practicality, making us chuckle with the whimsical layout. Sweet!

Garden Art

First Prize · 2026 Barbara Kenny Barbara Kenny captured the Jurassic Park scene she created in her old growth forest with our steel dinosaurs! Big mama Triceratops stands protectively next to her baby and a newly hatched little one just bre — First Prize · 2026Barbara KennyBarbara Kenny captured the Jurassic Park scene she created in her old growth forest with our steel dinosaurs! Big mama Triceratops stands protectively next to her baby and a newly hatched little one just breaking free from its egg. What a fun photo! Thanks, Barbara!

Second Prize · 2026 Doug Hillman Doug Hillman chose one of our glass, stone & wood sunburst stands to create an icy-cool contrast against the late afternoon sunlight. The two matte black wave pots in the forefront are a nice touch! Than — Second Prize · 2026Doug HillmanDoug Hillman chose one of our glass, stone & wood sunburst stands to create an icy-cool contrast against the late afternoon sunlight. The two matte black wave pots in the forefront are a nice touch! Thanks for the magnificent shot, Doug!

Third Prize · 2026 Don Sloan Don Sloan's Easter Rex is just hilarious! What an awesome way to dress up a tree stump, Don! Great Shot :) — Third Prize · 2026Don SloanDon Sloan's Easter Rex is just hilarious! What an awesome way to dress up a tree stump, Don! Great Shot :)

First Prize · 2025 Doug Hillman Doug has taken the time to set up some great pictures from his property with some of the many planters and garden art purchased from Pottery House. He has a great sense of proportion, color and timing. — First Prize · 2025Doug HillmanDoug has taken the time to set up some great pictures from his property with some of the many planters and garden art purchased from Pottery House. He has a great sense of proportion, color and timing.

Second Prize · 2025 Cindy Alvarez Staff had to chide Cindy into submitting a picture when we helped her pick out this laser cut rolled steel screen from our new collection. She has created a tasteful design that we are certain gives her pea — Second Prize · 2025Cindy AlvarezStaff had to chide Cindy into submitting a picture when we helped her pick out this laser cut rolled steel screen from our new collection. She has created a tasteful design that we are certain gives her peace.

Third Prize · 2025 Diane Brown A consistent customer who travels from the Willamette valley and during her vacations in Bend always makes an effort to stop by our shop for something new. Her artistic design did not disappoint. Duck duck goo — Third Prize · 2025Diane BrownA consistent customer who travels from the Willamette valley and during her vacations in Bend always makes an effort to stop by our shop for something new. Her artistic design did not disappoint. Duck duck goose?

First Prize · 2024 Trish Pitzerak Fell in love with this turquoise glass and steel totem made by Z Glass Ac and had to have it for this corner of her yard. The back lighting, the orientation looking up from a lower angle and the colors real — First Prize · 2024Trish PitzerakFell in love with this turquoise glass and steel totem made by Z Glass Ac and had to have it for this corner of her yard. The back lighting, the orientation looking up from a lower angle and the colors really separated this excellent photo composition from the rest.

Second Prize · 2024 Doug Hillman Obviously loves his garden and taking pictures. This shot just makes us want to sit out there with a beverage and enjoy the striking blue sky, the happy sunflowers and the perfect welcoming metal sun and gla — Second Prize · 2024Doug HillmanObviously loves his garden and taking pictures. This shot just makes us want to sit out there with a beverage and enjoy the striking blue sky, the happy sunflowers and the perfect welcoming metal sun and glass garden stakes he found at our shop.

Third Prize · 2024 Brian Russell Took this adorable picture of his granddaughter with one of the wreaths from Feather and Flower Designs. Framed by the beautiful wreath and with the landscape in the background, we couldn't resist making thi — Third Prize · 2024Brian RussellTook this adorable picture of his granddaughter with one of the wreaths from Feather and Flower Designs. Framed by the beautiful wreath and with the landscape in the background, we couldn't resist making this one a winner!

First Prize · 2023 Barbara Seacrest Took time to really set up her shot, with the tree in the foreground, the view behind, and our popular beach rock circle framing the composition. Fabulous job! — First Prize · 2023Barbara SeacrestTook time to really set up her shot, with the tree in the foreground, the view behind, and our popular beach rock circle framing the composition. Fabulous job!

Second Prize · 2023 Margaret Hillman Found the perfect shot during a summer house concert to highlight not only the band, but the bright colors of the Chelsea Garden rainbow pots Pottery House carries. Creative and fun! — Second Prize · 2023Margaret HillmanFound the perfect shot during a summer house concert to highlight not only the band, but the bright colors of the Chelsea Garden rainbow pots Pottery House carries. Creative and fun!

Third Prize · 2023 Diane Brown Just loves our glass and rock garden art, and found the perfect setting in her garden to enjoy sun glinting through the glass. Thanks for your support! — Third Prize · 2023Diane BrownJust loves our glass and rock garden art, and found the perfect setting in her garden to enjoy sun glinting through the glass. Thanks for your support!

Landscape

First Prize · 2026 Wendy Laudette Wendy Laudette chose a trio of our columnar Metallic Bronze planters to showcase her elegant planting arrangements. We're honored you tracked us down all the way from the Willamette Valley. Thanks for submi — First Prize · 2026Wendy LaudetteWendy Laudette chose a trio of our columnar Metallic Bronze planters to showcase her elegant planting arrangements. We're honored you tracked us down all the way from the Willamette Valley. Thanks for submitting such a beautiful photo, Wendy!

Second Prize · 2026 Jodie Mooney Jodie Mooney's photo featuring 4 of our large, Heirloom White barrel planters shows how well they complement our high desert surroundings. Using dark, blood-red shrubs and light-green variegated plantings, J — Second Prize · 2026Jodie MooneyJodie Mooney's photo featuring 4 of our large, Heirloom White barrel planters shows how well they complement our high desert surroundings. Using dark, blood-red shrubs and light-green variegated plantings, Jodie's photo perfectly exemplifies how the generally-neutral tones of our desert surroundings make colors really pop. Just look at that rainbow! Thanks for the great photo, Jodie!

Third Prize · 2026 Sherry James Sherry James used the honey-gold afternoon sunshine to soften her delightful composition. Showcasing her big, colorful plantings in some of our rustic-glazed outdoor planters, her fluffy guard dog looks so ha — Third Prize · 2026Sherry JamesSherry James used the honey-gold afternoon sunshine to soften her delightful composition. Showcasing her big, colorful plantings in some of our rustic-glazed outdoor planters, her fluffy guard dog looks so happy and content in their midst. Nice shot, Sherry. Thank you!

First Prize · 2025 Marcia Hart Did a lovely job photographing this arrangement in our Baja Moss Green heritage pot on a rustic iron stand. The distinction and clarity, the depth of field and focus and color tone is excellent. Great entry. — First Prize · 2025Marcia HartDid a lovely job photographing this arrangement in our Baja Moss Green heritage pot on a rustic iron stand. The distinction and clarity, the depth of field and focus and color tone is excellent. Great entry.

Second Prize · 2025 Margaret Hillman There are some great filters on new phones, and this was taken with a cell phone! Great shot of fun garden art items from our Mexican Talavera collection, inside of our LeBeau Barclay glazed falling aqua — Second Prize · 2025Margaret HillmanThere are some great filters on new phones, and this was taken with a cell phone! Great shot of fun garden art items from our Mexican Talavera collection, inside of our LeBeau Barclay glazed falling aqua pot.

Third Prize · 2025 Jeff Fisher At Fishingham Gardens. We have visited these wonderful gardens on our trips to Portland and are touched that Jeff shopped here at Pottery House. That chartreuse pot with the orange and Japanese forest grass is — Third Prize · 2025Jeff FisherAt Fishingham Gardens. We have visited these wonderful gardens on our trips to Portland and are touched that Jeff shopped here at Pottery House. That chartreuse pot with the orange and Japanese forest grass is striking.

First Prize · 2024 Marty Martens — First Prize · 2024Marty Martens

Second Prize · 2024 Doug Hillman — Second Prize · 2024Doug Hillman

Third Prize · 2024 Dave and Vicki Eiseman — Third Prize · 2024Dave and Vicki Eiseman

First Prize · 2023 Dutch Huyett Has an amazing ranch that he and his wife Karin pour their blood, sweat and tears into. This Heirloom White Tuscan looks great in the setting. It's all worth it. Congratulations! — First Prize · 2023Dutch HuyettHas an amazing ranch that he and his wife Karin pour their blood, sweat and tears into. This Heirloom White Tuscan looks great in the setting. It's all worth it. Congratulations!

Second Prize · 2023 Doug Hillman A regular at Pottery House, and this silver rock tall cylinder planter sets off the industrial modern tone of the house. The dog and rock carving personalizes the composition. — Second Prize · 2023Doug HillmanA regular at Pottery House, and this silver rock tall cylinder planter sets off the industrial modern tone of the house. The dog and rock carving personalizes the composition.

Third Prize · 2023 Issac Bothman Manager at Sisters Dairy Queen, who caught this great shot of our unglazed Vietnamese pot with a cute lollipop dappled willow. It really softens the commercial setting on the patio. Thanks Issac. — Third Prize · 2023Issac BothmanManager at Sisters Dairy Queen, who caught this great shot of our unglazed Vietnamese pot with a cute lollipop dappled willow. It really softens the commercial setting on the patio. Thanks Issac.

Indoors

First Prize · 2026 Annie Moessner Using her rustic hearth as the focal point, Annie Moessner created an earthy, timeless space using our local artwork ("petroglyphs" from Spirits in Stone, artwork by Sheilla Dunn) and handmade ceramic jars. — First Prize · 2026Annie MoessnerUsing her rustic hearth as the focal point, Annie Moessner created an earthy, timeless space using our local artwork ("petroglyphs" from Spirits in Stone, artwork by Sheilla Dunn) and handmade ceramic jars. I feel grounded every time I look at her photo. Well done, Annie!

Second Prize · 2026 Jon Uran Jon Uran's potted cacti garden looks so cozy and happy in one of our rough, purple clay "bonsai" pots from Yixing. The lighting and composition of the photo are just right. Fine work, Jon! — Second Prize · 2026Jon UranJon Uran's potted cacti garden looks so cozy and happy in one of our rough, purple clay "bonsai" pots from Yixing. The lighting and composition of the photo are just right. Fine work, Jon!

Third Prize · 2026 Jeff Bowman Jeff Bowman showed off his enormous indoor plants in a collection of some of our larger pots. That's some green thumb you have, Jeff. Nice shot! — Third Prize · 2026Jeff BowmanJeff Bowman showed off his enormous indoor plants in a collection of some of our larger pots. That's some green thumb you have, Jeff. Nice shot!

First Prize · 2025 Paul Erlebach So very creative in designing this plant wall in his physical therapy office, where he needs floor space for equipment but wants the accent of plants. He told us some grow lights are being installed this wee — First Prize · 2025Paul ErlebachSo very creative in designing this plant wall in his physical therapy office, where he needs floor space for equipment but wants the accent of plants. He told us some grow lights are being installed this week, so this place should be a jungle soon. Fun and unusual!

Second Prize · 2025 Maddie Samples Sent in this little gem of her plant collection on the window sill. Simple is always good. We appreciate that she has purchased a great collection of pots from our indoor pottery collection. — Second Prize · 2025Maddie SamplesSent in this little gem of her plant collection on the window sill. Simple is always good. We appreciate that she has purchased a great collection of pots from our indoor pottery collection.

Third Prize · 2025 Dave Bunde Purchased one of our suar wood tables, also known as rainwood. These big slabs with rich dark heartwood and light yellow sapwood are durable and quite striking. He was able to find chairs to match for his large — Third Prize · 2025Dave BundePurchased one of our suar wood tables, also known as rainwood. These big slabs with rich dark heartwood and light yellow sapwood are durable and quite striking. He was able to find chairs to match for his large family gatherings. Nice job Dave!

First Prize · 2024 Megan Marten Snapped this American Gothic pose of her father Mike with his new found Talavera and concrete pottery treasures. We just thought it too classic not to be a winner! — First Prize · 2024Megan MartenSnapped this American Gothic pose of her father Mike with his new found Talavera and concrete pottery treasures. We just thought it too classic not to be a winner!

Second Prize · 2024 Lynn and Andrea Boes Submitted this nice jade plant in one of our Bonsai Style Retro pots. Simple and well sized, elegant. Good use of the plant and pottery. — Second Prize · 2024Lynn and Andrea BoesSubmitted this nice jade plant in one of our Bonsai Style Retro pots. Simple and well sized, elegant. Good use of the plant and pottery.

Third Prize · 2024 Nancy Hinnen Placed these three white Mid-Century Modern textured pots, with very happy pothos, in her living room shelves and created a very nice composition. — Third Prize · 2024Nancy HinnenPlaced these three white Mid-Century Modern textured pots, with very happy pothos, in her living room shelves and created a very nice composition.

First Prize · 2023 Jana Lamerande Showed fantastic creativity in this unique use of our beautiful frost proof ceramic spheres, set in her modern kitchen to accent the black and white tile. Fantastic! — First Prize · 2023Jana LamerandeShowed fantastic creativity in this unique use of our beautiful frost proof ceramic spheres, set in her modern kitchen to accent the black and white tile. Fantastic!

Second Prize · 2023 Carolyn Austen Loved this little earth tone pot. It brings to mind the desert landscape, with that cute cactus planted in it. Thanks for participating, Carolyn. — Second Prize · 2023Carolyn AustenLoved this little earth tone pot. It brings to mind the desert landscape, with that cute cactus planted in it. Thanks for participating, Carolyn.

Third Prize · 2023 Jade Robinson So artistic, and paired this sweet turtle vine with her lovely cordovan leather handmade plant hanger and our botanical mint green pot. Love the color mix! — Third Prize · 2023Jade RobinsonSo artistic, and paired this sweet turtle vine with her lovely cordovan leather handmade plant hanger and our botanical mint green pot. Love the color mix!

Front Door

First Prize · 2026 Lisa Ferraris Lisa Ferraris used a combination of our classically styled urns and rustic Tuscan style olive jars to showcase her captivating arrangements. Your photo captures the elegant style of the entryway you've creat — First Prize · 2026Lisa FerrarisLisa Ferraris used a combination of our classically styled urns and rustic Tuscan style olive jars to showcase her captivating arrangements. Your photo captures the elegant style of the entryway you've created. Beautiful shot, Lisa - thank you!

Second Prize · 2026 Sanjana Sachdeva Sanjana Sachdeva staged a trio of our Matte Bronze planters with a dark red maple in the largest and elegant plantings in its two smaller friends. The color, texture and shapes of the planters fit right — Second Prize · 2026Sanjana SachdevaSanjana Sachdeva staged a trio of our Matte Bronze planters with a dark red maple in the largest and elegant plantings in its two smaller friends. The color, texture and shapes of the planters fit right in with the wood, steel and stone of the front entrance. Nice design, great photo - thanks Sanjana!

Third Prize · 2026 Marci Schuler Marci Schuler chose two of our tall, Lavish Red hourglass-shaped planters to frame her handsome garage. Marci's photo shows how just a couple of pops of color can really complement a neutral background, maki — Third Prize · 2026Marci SchulerMarci Schuler chose two of our tall, Lavish Red hourglass-shaped planters to frame her handsome garage. Marci's photo shows how just a couple of pops of color can really complement a neutral background, making the whole scene come to life. Thanks for the excellent photo, Marci!

Second Prize · 2025 Amanda and Brian Larsen Bought our Silver Rock textured Vietnamese pottery for their entry and garage setting. The matte black glaze over the bronze underglaze brings color, and the texture makes the pots so very natural — Second Prize · 2025Amanda and Brian LarsenBought our Silver Rock textured Vietnamese pottery for their entry and garage setting. The matte black glaze over the bronze underglaze brings color, and the texture makes the pots so very natural. We think they were spot on with the color of their house.

Third Prize · 2025 Quinn Keever Has come back year after year for another pot in matte black. The semi-classical rolled lip on this pot series can cross over from contemporary to classic styling. This collection makes a bold statement with — Third Prize · 2025Quinn KeeverHas come back year after year for another pot in matte black. The semi-classical rolled lip on this pot series can cross over from contemporary to classic styling. This collection makes a bold statement with herbs and trees and flowers by her front door.

First Prize · 2025 Sarah Hagerty No stranger to colorful plants, as she works summers at Whistle Stop Nursery. She has outdone the color in her garden this year with colorful pots from the Chelsea Garden Factory and stuffed them with even m — First Prize · 2025Sarah HagertyNo stranger to colorful plants, as she works summers at Whistle Stop Nursery. She has outdone the color in her garden this year with colorful pots from the Chelsea Garden Factory and stuffed them with even more colorful plants. It was hard to choose which of her many gorgeous color shots to use!

Honorable Mentions