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And No Kiln Required!ABOUT US
Since our founding in 1985, we’ve been on a journey of continuous evolution. Our mission is to create a welcoming place for our customers to shop, offer top-quality products, and deliver exceptional service. We’re also dedicated to fostering a great work environment for our team, ensuring that our business remains a fulfilling and enjoyable way to sustain our livelihoods. Every day, we strive to blend tradition with innovation, shaping the future of our community and our craft.
WHO WE ARE
New Mexico Clay is a REAL store with REAL people, where our legacy spans over 38 years at the same location. We're not just a store—we’re a community of 22 dedicated individuals committed to serving you. Once a top distributor of Duncan ceramics in the USA, we've adapted and grown even after Duncan's closure. Today, NMCLAY is proud to produce millions of pounds of clay annually for potters, hobbyists, and giftware manufacturers alike.
BRANT PALLEY
Brant Palley, a native of Albuquerque, began working for the Kings in 1985. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts from UC Irvine and a Master of Fine Arts from Otis Art Institute and Parsons School of Design, along with five years of intensive retail experience in Atlantic City, NJ, Brant was well-prepared to take the reins. The Kings, recognizing his expertise and passion, entrusted the business to Brant, who acquired it from them in 1987. As a potter at heart, Brant is particularly passionate about the clay side of the business, which remains a central focus of New Mexico Clay to this day.
