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Ceramic Cities: Toronto

Welcome to Part 2 of our series “Ceramic Cities”, where we take you on a grand ceramic tour of some of the world’s most visited urban centers. If you’re a ceramic artist who has a passion for travel, we know you’re eager to add some ceramic destinations to your itinerary,

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Ceramic Cities: London

If you’re a ceramic artist who has a passion for travel, then this new series is just for you! Whether you travel for business or pleasure, we know how keen you are to add some ceramic destinations to your itinerary, and we’re here to help you out. We’re going to

Artist Profiles

Featured Artist Fridays: Daniel Dooreck

Daniel Dooreck is a rising artist in the world of ceramics, garnering a significant following on Instagram with over 34.6k followers in a short period of time. In fact, Dooreck established his pottery business, Danny D’s Mud Shop, in early 2022.  From his garage in Echo Park, Los Angeles, he

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8 Ceramic Residencies in Africa That You Should Apply To

Welcome our sixth and final installment of our series, “Ceramic Residencies You Should Apply To”! Today’s article is going to cover the often overlooked continent of Africa. We’ve scoured the internet for residencies in this diverse region of the world, and we’re confident we’ve discovered some exciting opportunities that will

Artist Residencies in South and Central America
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8 Ceramic Residencies in Central and South America That You Should Apply To

Welcome to Part 4 of our continuing exploration of artist residencies for ceramic artists! In today’s post we’ll be looking southward again, this time to share 8 opportunities in Central and South America that we think are worth applying to. And since we didn’t have an opportunity to cover them

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9 Artist Residencies in Asia You Should Apply To

Welcome to Part 4 of our continuing exploration of artist residencies for ceramic artists! In today’s post we’ll be looking eastward to share 9 opportunities in Asia that we think are worth applying to. Asia is well known for its importance in ceramics history, as well as its commitment to

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Featured Artist Fridays: Malene Hartmann Rasmussen

Malene Hartmann Rasmussen is a Danish artist whose work primarily involves narrative figurative sculpture and installation. Her mixed-media ceramic installations are expansive and showcase a surplus of visual elements. They consist of fairy tale creatures concealed in the dark woods. Her fascination with forests arises from their repeated appearances in

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Insurance for Ceramic Artists: Everything You Need to Know

For ceramic artists like ourselves — whether you’re a functional potter, a sculptor, or an installation artist — the process of bringing our visions to life is a labor of love. However, amidst the passion and artistic fervor, it’s crucial not to overlook the practical aspects of your craft. That’s

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Featured Artist Fridays: Julissa Llosa Vite

Julissa Llosa Vite is an exciting artist to watch, particularly for those interested in indigenous healing traditions and exploring ancestral connections. Based in New York City, they grew up in Callao, Peru, where they gained an appreciation for the power of ancestral healing through their family.  Vite’s artwork is inspired

Beginner Ceramics

Understanding Clay Types Part 3: Porcelain

Welcome to our third and final installment of our “Understanding Clay Bodies” series! Having previously had a look at earthenware and stoneware, today we’re exploring the development and use of the highly-prized and frequently romanticized clay that is porcelain. With a name originating from the Spanish ‘porcellana’, meaning cowrie shell,

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Pottery and Meditation
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Pottery and Meditation

Pottery and Meditation: Can The Two Work in Tandem? You feel the warm clay in your hands. You smell the earth & your mind relaxes.

Deflocculated and Flocculated Glazes
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Deflocculated and Flocculated Glazes

John Britt explains Deflocculated and Flocculated Glazes in this video below. Equipment you need: Epsom Salt Bentonite CMC Sodium Silicate

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