by Carole Epp | Jul 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
“The
human figure has been represented in clay throughout history and
continues to evolve today. Artists are working with the figure in new
ways, playing with materials and forms, and making use of new
technologies to produce challenging and unconventional work, from the
intact whole figure to the fragmented, hybrid and abstract. Divided by
broad themes, each chapter features a variety of different expressive
works from a range of international ceramic artists. This book explores
the role of figurative ceramics through history and in contemporary
contexts, and also reveals the methods of six key contemporary artists,
using how-to images to illustrate their techniques. “
Find out more and order your copy
here.
by Carole Epp | Jul 17, 2012 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
By Anthony Quinn
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Principles, practice and techniques: here is the
ultimate coursebook on designing ceramics with confidence. Focusing on
design themes and principles of balance and form, it also includes
instruction in studio techniques for rendering ideas a reality. Whether
the reader’s aim is to create utilitarian, hard-wearing pots or
decorative pieces of fine art, this unique book provides the inspiration
and the skills to design ceramics with flair.
by Carole Epp | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
Antoinette
Badenhorst will be on campus to give a ceramic workshop. Badenhorst, a
native of South Africa, currently living in Chicago, is best
known for her beautiful translucent porcelain pieces. Her career as a
ceramic artist started in 1981 and she has won numerous awards and been
featured in a number of publications.
Everyone is welcome to stop by or spend the day watching Antoinette demonstrate how she creates her ceramic pieces.
Monday, July 23, 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, July 24, 9:30 a.m.
Room 1101, Des Plaines
Des Plaines Campus
1600 East Golf Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
847.635.1600
http://www.oakton.edu/newsevents/events/badenhorst_ceramics.php
by Carole Epp | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
A Feedlot Studios & Black Bird Studios Fundraising Campaign
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Feedlot Studios of Gabriola Island and Black Bird Studios of
Victoria are joining super ceramic forces to launch a personalized
decal making service to Canadian Ceramists as well as our international
friends too!
Given
the sophisticatedness of the technology it is an expensive venture so
we are launching 3 part fundraising campaign through Indiegogo.com. The link to our campaign that contains much more info can be found Here!
Any donation will be gladly accepted, but if you are feeling the ceramic decal love you can check out these Perks below.
We thank you so much for reading a little more about us and our want to expand our ceramic horizons.
The gift of
giving is great, but what about some ground level incentives. While any
amount will so be greatly appreciated, here are a few reasons/perks to
dig a little deeper.
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Level 1- $100: A
pair of one of a kind, limited edition mugs made by Feedlot Studios
and/ or Black Bird Studios and 20% off printing for one year.*
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Level 2- $250: 2 cups, 2 bowls + 20% off printing for one year.*
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Level 3- $500: 1 large serving dish +20% off printing for one year.*
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Level 4-$1000: 1 Teapot or sculpture + 20% off printing.*
*Please note the following:
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Given the volume of donations we are handling we ask for just a little patience while we produce, produce, produce!
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Also, Shipping and handling of Perk Wares out of Continental North America must be made by the donor.
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20% off printing from the time we get the printer up and going and a maximum of of 10 sheets will be honored.
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