by Carole Epp | Aug 16, 2007 | Uncategorized
Here’s a new book published by Anvil Press called “Transitions of a Still Life: The Ceramic Work of Tam Irving” which was written by Carol E. Mayer.
Here’s a quote from the Anvil Press Website:
“Transitions is a beautifully illustrated book examining the works of ceramic artist Tam Irving as a unique cultural activity: one that combines both art and science to express the subtle content and sensuous tactility of vessel and sculpture. Irving has lived in British Columbia for the past 50 years, and during this time, he has been at the heart of the changing social, political, and cultural relationships that have informed the development of studio ceramics in this province. The core of Tam Irving: Reflections is about recording excellence and providing a stimulating legacy document for future scholars, artists, and researchers. It will recognize the contributions that Irving has made to the development of the ceramic medium within the province and to the larger Canadian and international ceramic community.”
by Carole Epp | Aug 14, 2007 | Uncategorized
Rae Dunn‘s work has been popping up on my radar quite a bit lately so I thought it was about time to post a few images on the blog. I wish I had endless hours in the day to profile each and every artist that I find inspiring, but I’d likely have to give up my day job! I’m quite attracted to the simple elegance of Rae’s work and I find some of her inspiration humorous, particularly the gum tree in Philadelphia that inspired a series of work – check it out on her blog site which is worth a read.
Rae’s from San Francsico and has been playing in the mud for 13 years now, finding inspiration from the world around her and expressing herself through beautiful handbuilt forms.
These winged pieces are among my favorites, however her more functional work is pretty yummy too!
She’s acheived quite a substantial amount of exposure in design and decorating magazines which can be seen on her website alongside some insight about her approach and incorporation of wabi-sabi into her practice.
Here’s a few places to look to find her work for sale:
Magenta Inc.
This Next
Michelle Gantt Ceramics Gallery
Pure Modern
Delight
by Carole Epp | Aug 13, 2007 | Uncategorized
England, London “Ceramic Art London 2008” (February 29-March 2, 2008).
Juried from digital or slides.
Fee: £20 (US$39).
Contact Ceramic Art London 2008, 25 Foubert’s Place, London W1F 7QF, UK; [email protected]; website; 44 2074 393 377.
by Carole Epp | Aug 13, 2007 | Uncategorized
Its Only Clay National Juried Ceramic Competition and Exhibit
August 29th, Entry Deadline
Bemidji, Minnesota
Juried by Jeff Oestreich
Exhibition runs from October 5th to 27th.
Fee $30.00 for three entries.
For entry details visit their website here or call (218) 444-7570.
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Clay on the Walls: 2007 Clay National
August 31st, 2007 Entry Deadline
Lubbock, Texas
The exhibition takes place Dec. 1, 2007 through Feb 17th, 2008.
Juror: Mathew Kangas.
Digital submissions and slides accepted.
Entry fee: $25.00 for 3 entries; up to two additional entries may be submitted for 5 dollars each.
For more information call (806) 742-1947 or write: Texas Tech University School of Art. Landmark Arts/Clay on the Wall, Box 42081, Lubbock, TX 79409.
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CraftTexas 2008
March 1, 2008 Entry Deadline
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
CraftTexas 2008 is the fifth in a series of juried exhibitions showcasing the best in Texas-made contemporary craft. The exhibition is open to all artists currently residing in Texas and working in clay, fiver, glass, metal, wood and in found/recycled materials. CraftTexas 2008 will be on view May 24-Aug 1th at Houston Center for Contemporary Crafts.
For application guidelines visit callforentry.org.
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Seattle Teapot Biennial
September 1st Deadline
Washington, Seattle (October 3-November 7)
Open to sculptural and functional ceramic teapots.
Juried from digital.
Juror: Jamie Walker.
Fee: $20 for three entries.
Contact Matt Mitros, South Seattle Community College, 6000 16th Ave. SW, Seattle 98106; [email protected]; www.southseattle.edu/teapot.
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Ceramic Objects/Conceptual Material
September 4 entry deadline
Arkansas, Fayetteville (January 9-February 15, 2008).
Juried from digital.
Juror: John Perreault, independent curator and art critic.
Fee: $30 for three entries.
Contact Jeannie Hulen, University of Arkansas, Ceramics Program, 116 Fine Arts Center, Fayetteville 72701; [email protected]; http://art.uark.edu/ceramics/info; (479) 575-2008.
by Carole Epp | Aug 13, 2007 | Uncategorized
If you haven’t checked out the Gardiner Museum it’s definitely worth a look, either by web or in person.
They’ve got quite the collection of historic ceramics including:
Ancient Americas
Chinese Porcelain
English Delftware
English Porcelain
European Porcelain
Italian Renaissance Maiolica
Japanese Porcelain & Its Influence
Modern & Contemporary Ceramics
They also host artist talks, have an extensive research library, teach classes, you name it.
Here’s a listing of some upcoming lectures:
Lecture: Fantasy or Fact? Images of Chinese Domestic Life in Qing Dynasty Export Art
Sept 11, 2007, 6pm
Using examples from the Made in China exhibition, the Gardiner’s new Curator, Charles Mason, will explore the portrayal of Chinese domestic life in Qing-dynasty export art. Mason will look at ceramics, paintings, enamel wares and figural carvings made for western buyers who viewed life in China as exotic. The mix of fact and fantasy in these images make them both valuable and challenging for historians to use and are only now receiving the scholarly attention they deserve.
From the Ground Up: Nurturing the Art of Sustainable Living
Inaugural Annual Lecture
Tues Sept 25, 2007, 6 pm, doors open at 5:30pm
Don’t miss a lively discussion between urban chef Jamie Kennedy, innkeeper Sinclair Philip of the world-renowned Sooke Harbour House on Vancouver Island, and farmer-chef Michael Stadtlander of Ontario’s Eigensinn Farm on the issues affecting the safety and sustainability of our food supply. Pioneers in the food sustainability movement, Kennedy, Philip and Stadtlander have all successfully incorporated sustainable food practices into their businesses. This is a rare opportunity to hear about their experiences and perspectives and for you to talk with these experts. Moderated by Lori Stahlbrand, founder of Local Flavour Plus and author of the best-selling book Real Food for a Change.
