Everyone knows that Jeff Osgood is a masterful teacher, caring advisor, and dedicated parent and friend. But, did you know that Jeff is also nationally known for his black and white, death-themed line of pottery, featuring gravestones, skulls, crypts, willow trees, and epitaphs?
Jeff’s “Clay of the Dead” pieces recently caught the eye of Halloweenist Kristen Stafford, Creator and Host of the Halloween Art and Travel Podcast. In her interview with Jeff, “Painting it Black,” she notes, “Collectors flock to his work for a variety of reasons. Some are interested in cemeteries, art, and history. Others cherish his pottery as mementos of deceased loved ones. New Englanders have told him it reminds them of home.” Kristen then reflects that Jeff’s, “work serves as a memento mori – reminding us to live a rich life. In this way, he finds his work as inspirational, not dark. Creating helps him process the loss of his father. Carving clay is mediative and brings him a feeling of serenity and peace.”
Listen to the interview with Jeff in its entirety here- it will not disappoint! Jeff’s intellect, artistry, collaborative spirit, and ability to reflect on the intersection of life, death, work, and art are front and center in this podcast that is Halloween themed…and so much more.
You can follow Jeff’s Clay of the Dead work on Instagram and shop at the Clay of the Dead Store on Etsy.
