MKM Pottery Tools, LLC was created in 2003 by Rick McKinney as a result of a need for certain tools for pottery that were not available in stores. One particular tool, the MKM Decorating Disk, was not possible for Rick to make because it had to be printed on a clear plastic sheet. So he thought, "Fine, I'll make up a whole bunch, keep what I need, give a few to friends, and sell the rest." Then Ri
ck thought that other potters might be interested in the throwing sticks (MKM Throwing Tools) that he developed. And then his students liked the various ribs that he had developed over time. They are developed and tested in my studio, and among my studio mates and potter friends. Your comments as to their design and usefulness are more than welcome. MKM tools are intended to be innovative and high quality. MKM is very open to suggestions and comments. Please feel free to send me your comments by email (Contact MKM page) or via the postal service. If you have a great shot of a wonderful pot or sculpture made with our tools, send that along, too. If you have been disappointed by some aspect of an MKM tool, please feel free to communicate that as well, and I will try to make amends."
