About

Just Out of the Kiln arose out of a 55+ year dream for Sherry Colarusso. As a full-time
teacher and then college professor, there seemed to be no time for something as all-
encompassing as ceramics…until Christmas 2022, when John remembered that his
now retired wife had always wanted to try pottery. With gifts including a small beginner’s
wheel, 10 pounds of clay, and a pottery apron, the obsession began. In typical fashion,
Sherry dedicated hours and hours to learning the basics – wedging, centering, pulling
walls, and glazing finished pots. Three years later and her pieces can be found in gift
shop galleries in her hometown of Nashville, Indiana! Just Out of the Kiln was born!
Still considered a novice potter, Sherry continues to take classes and study videos of
successful potters. Her unique style has slowly emerged and can be seen in the pieces
found on this website.