“As both a practicing wood fire potter and a high school ceramics teacher, education is a driving force in my personal creative journey.

I see wood firing as a multi-layered creative process; one that commands cooperation and problem solving above all else…. unifying both the educational and creative drive within.

As the founder of the New England Wood Firing Conference, my interest lies in welcoming those of us, both experienced potters and newcomers, to our practice.

It has been a pleasure working with Kiichi in bringing this show into being. A heartfelt thank you to those of you who have chosen to participate in and support our special process.”

- From the exhibition catalogue introduction, Trevor Youngberg (November 2023)

Bio

  • A Woodfire Conference, Trevor Youngberg, The Potters Cast

    Podcast, The Potters Cast, April 2023

    Studio Potter Magazine, May 2020

    Beyond Woodfire-An article describing my experience in both developing a wood-firing practice and establishing a wood-firing community.

    Ceramics Monthly Magazine, April, 2020

    Studio Visit, Trevor Youngberg, Woodbridge, CT-An article describing my home studio practice.

    Ceramics Monthly Magazine June/July/August 2002

    A Garden Niche-An article depicting my experiences while establishing an independently owned horticultural pottery on the grounds of a nursery.

    Clay Times Magazine, June 2002

    Low Fire-Glazes, An article that describes my practice with sprayed, layered and control-cooled glazed terra-cotta pottery.

  • Founder, New England Wood Firing Conference, Woodbridge, CT June 2023

    A multi kiln Firing Week followed that invites experienced potters and beginners alike to gather and fire together. Conference Weekend unites collectors and the firing crews of multiple kilns throughout New England. A juried gallery reception, presentations, firing social, catered dinner and pottery tailgate fill the weekend. Next conference: June 2025

  • Fiat Ignis: Let There Be Fire. , New York, NY December 2023

    Co-curator and Artist

    The Will of the Kiln., New England Wood Firing Conference, June 2023

    Co-Curator

    Role of the Bowl, Painted Path Gallery, Woodbridge, CT, 2019

    Juror/Curator

    A Change in Atmosphere, Mudflat Studio, Somerville, MA, January 2020

    Juror

    Co-curator and Artist

    The Will of the Kiln., New England Wood Firing Conference, June 2023

    Co-Curator

    Role of the Bowl, Painted Path Gallery, Woodbridge, CT, 2019

    Juror/Curator

    A Change in Atmosphere, Mudflat Studio, Somerville, MA, January 2020

    Juror