Coastal ceramics artist John Kennicott has perfected his artistic
skills for seven years in the course of selling well over three
hundred pieces, both through local connections and varying art
galleries, such as the Lawrence Gallery in Sheridan and Portland.
While at Willamina High School, ceramics and stonework artist Bill
Boyson mentored John. Bill Boyson is a regular participant in the
Coastal Hills Art Tour, and his work is featured in a number of art
galleries. Since his mentoring, John has continued to expand his
collection and participate as a local Yamhill County artist.

John has earned numerous awards and grants. He received a grant from
the Yamhill County Cultural Coalition for $975, which he used to
invest in a small kiln. John's work placed first and second at the
2002 4th of July Art Show in Sheridan, and second and third at the
2003 show. He has also won awards at art events in local areas
including McMinnville. Noted as an awarded artist, John was invited to
tell his story about how he found a passion in ceramics on the
television show Oregon Art Beat on OPB. He now endeavors to further
his career as an artist through Kennicott Ceramics.