Francis Marion University in Florence, SC, Offers Ceramic Sculpture Symposium – Mar. 5, 2011

by | Jan 21, 2011 | Uncategorized

Francis Marion University in Florence, SC, will present a Figurative Ceramic Sculpture Symposium, on Saturday, Mar. 5, 2011, from 6:30-9:30pm in the Ashpy P. Lowrimore Auditorium at the Cauthen Education Media Center on the campus of Francis Marion University. Sergei Isupov, Janis Mars Wunderlich, and Cristina Cordova will each give presentations about their artwork. Afterwards, there will be a panel discussion, with Howard Frye and Doug Gray moderating, with the artists on the development of artistic imagery and style, followed by questions from the audience.
Work by Cristina Cordova For further information contact Howard Frye, Assistant Professor of Art Education, Francis Marion University by calling 843/661-1680 or e-mail to ([email protected]).

This is so insanely awesomely fantastic.

by | Jan 21, 2011 | Uncategorized

Beth Katleman:


Folly January 20 – February 17, 2011 Jane Hartsook Gallery
16 Jones Street
New York, NY Recently profiled in the New York Times, Folly is an installation of three-dimensional porcelain “wallpaper,” filled with dark humor. Forty-eight white porcelain landscapes float against a polite turquoise wall, surrounded by an explosion of leaves and flowers. Upon closer inspection the narratives take a mischevious turn: bridesmaids behave badly, ducklings tumble off waterfalls and reindeer answer nature’s porcelain call… The miniature landscapes include water features, topiaries, architectural follies, figurines and toys from the flea market. Inspired by the florid designs of 18th century wallpaper, Folly explores themes of consumption and desire. Click here to read the full interview in the New York Times: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/13/garden/13qna.html Press ReleaseHer Website
Map to Jane Hartsook Gallery http://www.greenwichhouse.org/_blog/Greenwich_House_Pottery_News/post/Beth_Katleman_Arcadia_Exhibition/

TOGEI: ART OF CLAY – ROB FROESE

by | Jan 20, 2011 | Uncategorized


EXHIBITION Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery
January 27 to March 27, 2011
Gallery open daily from noon until 5:00pm

WORKSHOP
Saturday, February 19 & Sunday, February 20, 2011 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (one hour break for lunch) At this workshop, Rob will demonstrate ways to deal with slab and wheel surfaces. He will also demonstrate the aesthetics of one-of-a-kind forms. The technical focus of this class will give emphasis to the aesthetics of Japanese pottery. Participants need to have some experience with the potter’s wheel. $130 / materials included

ARTIST TALK
February 19, 2011 at 2:30pm in the Moose Jaw Performing Arts Centre in Crescent Park

ARTIST STATEMENT
Rob Froese maintains a studio practice in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, selling his work in Canada while periodically returning to Japan where his work has been shown in 21 solo exhibitions.
Along with 12 years living in Japan, his art studies and experiences include a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Ceramics from the University of Regina, a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Saskatchewan, travel in Europe, Israel, Turkey, Southeast Asia and Mexico, and an artistic education provided by his father, Gus Froese, landscape painter and muralist.
Japanese cultural and culinary aesthetics have greatly influenced the way Rob works in clay; shaping his interest in the tactile experience of using a dish and in how physical qualities of a clay body inspire and direct form and function.

His friendship and collaboration with Japanese potter Kazuma Nakano has been an invaluable source of support, inspiration and excitement about living and working with clay.

Website: http://robfroese.squarespace.com/
For more information about the exhibition, workshop and artist talk please contact the Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery at 692-4471.

Making Fun – 67th Scripps College Ceramic Annual

by | Jan 20, 2011 | Uncategorized


The Scripps College Ceramics Annual — the longest-running exhibition of contemporary ceramics in the United States — opens for its 67th consecutive year on Saturday, January 22, 2010 and continues through Sunday, April 3. Titled “Making Fun,” the Ceramic Annual highlights works from a younger generation of artists who address a wide range of topics while imbuing their art with a sense of humor. The exhibition is free and open to the public.

The theme “Making Fun” was chosen to affirm the value of play, a creative state requiring openness, vulnerability, and creativity. Play and art are closely intertwined, each representing the impulse to shape and adapt to a changing world. The works featured maintain their sense of humor while continuing to communicate their messages. Artists include: Barnaby Barford, Pattie Chalmers, Gerit Grimm, Ayumi Hori Sara Varon, Janice Jakielski, Matthew McConnell, Peter Morgan, Thomas Müller, Brendan Tang, and Matt Wedel.

The opening reception will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2011, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Williamson Gallery.

The Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery is located at Eleventh Street and Columbia Avenue, adjacent to Baxter Hall. During exhibitions, the gallery is open to the public, free of charge, Wednesday through Sunday, from 1-5 p.m. For more information, please contact the gallery at (909) 607-3397 or visit the website.