by Carole Epp | Sep 26, 2012 | Uncategorized
BRENDAN TANG: MANGA ORMOLU SERIES
opening reception: Thursday, October 4th, 6pm
exhibition dates: October 3 – 27
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OCTOBER
BRENDAN TANG
Brendan
Tang has exploded onto the contemporary Canadian art scene with his
ceramic work; hybrids of traditional Asian vessels and current pop
cultural sensibilities. Tang represented Western Canada as a
finalist for the prestigious Sobey Art Award and has been exhibited
extensively across the North America, including at the Vancouver Art
Gallery, The Mendel Gallery, the Seattle Art Museum, the Denver Art
Museum and early in 2013 his work will be included in an exhibition at
the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
Manga Ormolu Version 4.0b,
ceramic,
16″ x 8″ x 12″
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by Carole Epp | Sep 25, 2012 | Uncategorized
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Next Show:
Judith Duff and Ron Meyers
Two
potters; often working in familiar methods to educate us in how we blur
the lines of sculptor and potter; artist and craftsman, enduringly
prolific and memorably recognizable. Ron Meyers, a Georgia artist and
educator, has invited close friend, Judith Duff, to accompany him this
month at AKAR Gallery. While both artists employ the wood and salt kilns
as a means by which to finish their work, Duff’s work can be described
as more sculptural, multi-surfaced and angular while Meyers’ selection
is often functional, illustrative and at times confrontational. With
carved and painted anamorphic depictions on the vessels, Meyers appeals
to the animalistic creativity in us all. Duff relies more on subtle
shapes,
colors and lines to create introspective and composed work. Opening
September 28th, we are delighted to have these artists return to our
gallery with New Work by Lauren Gallaspy.
Next Featured Artist:
Lorna Meaden
This
month we are drawing attention to the richly ornamented work in our
gallery by Lorna Meaden. The surface details of her pots are inspired by
the embellishments on clothing and costumes; often she references
stripes and polka dots. Lorna is concerned that we are moving away from
objects that are made by humans for humans. “The handmade object serves
as an illustration of the individual, the unique, the useful.”
Next New Work:
Lauren Gallaspy
We
are proud to announce Lauren Gallaspy as this month’s New Work artist.
Lauren always seems to put her best foot forward for the gallery and
once again we have been rewarded with intimate drawings and new forms.
Bringing conscious thoughts to a third dimensional calling is taxing to
say the least, “… on the best days, I’m B’rer Rabbit, shoving myself
into a Tar Baby trap until we’re both unrecognizable, and I’m left a
mess and laughing”. Lauren comes through again, leaving us all in a
contemplative yet satisfied “mess” this month.
Shows opens this Friday, September 28th, at 9:30 AM in the
Iowa City gallery and online at 10:00 AM CST. View the show at
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AKAR. 257 E. Iowa Avenue. Iowa City. IA 52240. T: 3193511227. WWW.AKARDESIGN.COM |
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by Carole Epp | Sep 25, 2012 | Uncategorized
The
Canadian Crafts Federation / Fédération canadienne des métiers d’art is
proud to present Hindsight/Foresight, our first annual Contemporary
Craft Symposium. The Symposium brings together professional voices
from across the country for a discussion on their past, present and
future, and the influences that have affected their careers.
As the title suggests, speakers will
explore their own personal histories and their plans for the future.
They will explore the effect national recognition and other milestones
have had on their practice, and their impressions of contemporary Craft
in general.
Hindsight/Foresight
is intended to fuel interest in Contemporary Craft practice and
showcase the broad range within the field. Each speaker is a recipient
of the Bronfman Award. The presentations and discussions will celebrate
the community of excellence recognized by the Saidye Bronfman
Foundation, (now one of eight Governor General’s Visual Arts Awards)
which highlights the best in Canadian visual art each year with a
$25,000 award. With this common thread, the speakers and moderator will
discuss not only the development of Craft in general, but the impact of
recognition and awards on the local, national and international
community.
Each
speaker comes from a different material practice, including ceramics,
metal and wood. Their experiences intersect and diverge across the
spectrum of Craft, with both shared and unique experiences throughout
their esteemed careers. The perspectives presented on practice and the
purpose of Craft will preface a panel discussion where audience members
have the chance to ask questions and be engaged in the debates. This is
a key focus of the Canadian Crafts Federation / Fédération canadienne
des métiers d’art, whose annual activity regularly focuses on sharing,
collaboration, awareness and appreciation of Craft with our regional
partners, the Provincial and Territorial Craft Councils across Canada.
Hindsight/Foresight
provides the opportunity to inspire people in the local and national
cultural community to talk about the potential of Craft, artistically,
economically, and conceptually. At its core, the symposium is intended
to incite debate, reflection and inspiration. We hope you will join us
for the exploration!
Project made possible with funding from the Canada Council for the Arts.
Hindsight/Foresight will take place in
the Lecture Hall at the National Gallery of Canada on October 18, from 3
– 7pm. Be sure to get your tickets in advance as seating is limited.
Book your ticket today!
Speakers: Paul Mathie, Michael C. Fortune, Kye Yeon Son, with moderator Charles Leton-Brain
Visit their
website for more details.
by Carole Epp | Sep 21, 2012 | Uncategorized
“The Pottery Studio is a knowledge base for
collectors, students and lovers of all kinds of pottery.”
You’ll find over 6900 pages of info….so maybe grab a cup of coffee first : )
by Carole Epp | Sep 21, 2012 | Uncategorized
Join us for an evening of fine art, fine food and fine wine to benefit The Clay Studio
Enjoy a reception at The Clay Studio, followed by a
fabulous dinner and wine pairings prepared by one of the region’s top
chefs in the private home of a Philadelphia area collector.
Space is limited, so register today!
Special thanks to the chefs and hosts for their generous contributions to Pot Luxe Deux.
Cost is $250 per person for Dinners #1-9, $125 for Young Supporters
Dinner #10. Space is limited. Reserve your space by registering online HERE.
We
invite you to select the dinner you wish to join. Selections are not
guaranteed and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If
you do not select a dinner, The Clay Studio will designate one for you.
Questions? Contact Julie Shanahan, Development Coordinator, at [email protected] or (215) 925-3453 x17.
