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
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
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
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
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
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,
As you’ve begun your exploration of ceramics, you’ve likely discovered that clay is primarily divided into three different categories: earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain. But what exactly separates these clays, and how do you know when and how to use each one? In this new blog series, we’re embarking on a
Chanakarn Semachai, also known as Punch, is a Thai artist who uses her work to explore identity and multiculturalism, which she explores in her whimsical clay sculptures. Her artwork is cartoon-like and reminiscent of childhood, with scenes that reflect the surreal and humorous nature of the everyday human experience. After
Lost Dokkaebis Jeffery Sun Young Park, a queer Corean artist based in Los Angeles, is quickly making a name for himself in the ceramics world with his stunning handbuilt, stoneware Dokkaebis. These whimsical creations are inspired by the mischievous nature spirits from Corean folklore, Dokkaebis, which take on various forms
As creative individuals, we are always full of new goals for our ceramic business — whether it’s aiming for a certain level of sales, getting that new website up and running, starting a newsletter, or all of the above! We love what we do and we want to succeed at
In the world of ceramics, we craft more than just pottery; we mold stories, emotions, and creativity into every one of our pieces. Yet, in
Jennifer McCurdy gives us a Fabulous demonstration on how she turns her Wheel-Thrown pots into Beautiful Organic Sculptures. So the next time you have a
There are many ways to create pottery without a pottery wheel, and this video from British Instructional Films shows you how you can: 1) Create a thumb pot. 2) Create a coil pot. 3) Create a coil duck sculpture. 4) Create a tile. And all of these things, plus many more can be created without the use of a pottery wheel.
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