Donn Zver

Donn Zver is a renowned Canadian potter and the owner of Donn Zver Pottery, located in Troy, Ontario.12 Born in 1948 in Millgrove, Ontario, Zver has been a prominent figure in the Canadian pottery scene for several decades.3

Career Highlights

Education and Early Career::

• Studied at Sheridan College of School of Design in 1967, focusing on the art of pottery3
• Further studied at the prestigious Penland School of Crafts in North Carolina in 19713

Teaching and Lecturing::

• Became the first Canadian potter to teach at the Penland School of Crafts3
• Lectured across Canada, including at the Banff School of Art and Design, Nova Scotia School of Design, and Haliburton School in Ontario3
• Established the Pottery Studio at Mohawk College Saltfleet Campus in 19713

Donn Zver Pottery::

• Established his pottery studio in 19721
• Specializes in creating functional stoneware pottery and handmade tableware1
• Uses a gas-fired kiln and fires at cone 102
• Developed his own stoneware clay formula2

Business Expansion::

• In 1982, he restored a 1935 garage and an 1861 home on his property in Troy, Ontario to set up his studio2
• In 1996, he expanded his business by building Cafe Troy to complement the pottery studio2

Artistic Style and Approach

Donn Zver is recognized for his classic and elegant stoneware pottery.1 He focuses on creating beautiful, functional, and handmade tableware.1 His work is characterized by its practicality and aesthetic appeal, reflecting years of experience and artistic vision.

Recognition and Impact

Zver is acknowledged for his significant contribution to Ontario and Canadian pottery.2 He has not only established himself as a successful artist but also as a savvy businessman, mentor, and entrepreneur.2 His pottery studio and cafe in Troy, Ontario have become a destination for art enthusiasts and tourists alike.4

Donn Zver continues to be active in the pottery community, running the Donn Zver School of Pottery where he shares his expertise with aspiring potters.3 His enduring career and impact on Canadian pottery make him a respected figure in the field.