by Carole Epp | Oct 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
by Carole Epp | Oct 22, 2010 | Uncategorized
This is one of my faves. Hope you enjoy, if you don’t already read it.
by Carole Epp | Oct 21, 2010 | Uncategorized
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CeramicArtsDaily.org | Potters Council
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Space is Limited
Deadline to SAVE $75 ends December 5, 2010
Let your distinctive style emerge
Tradition and innovation are central to all artists’ work. Take a little of one, add generous amounts of the other, based on individual preference, and distinctive styles emerge. In this conference, presenters share the styles and techniques they’ve developed, and attendees will get a chance to try them out to see which ones might work for them. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn varied approaches to creating engaging surfaces and forms.
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What you’ll learn . . .
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Add depth of pattern to your work using the following surface decoration: underglazes and slip for trailing, Thermofax screen printing, paper and vinyl stencils and homemade iron oxide decals in three-firing process.
- Work with soft thin slabs to build functional and sculptural forms.
- Learn how to use templates, altering and darting.
- Experiment with sgraffitio, sprigging, slip trailing.
- Learn how to apply stains, oxide washes and terra sigillata to build layers.
- Discover the technique of inlaying one type of clay into a slab of another type of clay to create a decorative surface.
- Find out how to use templates in the construction of architecturally inspired forms.
- Obtain technical information regarding the use of terra sigillata as a finish and the application of patina finish using a number of non-glaze ceramic materials.
- Techniques and concepts of glaze chemistry will be discussed.
- Special considerations for working with porcelain to avoid cracking and warping will be addressed as the artist builds composite forms through throwing, hand building, and molding various elements.
- Wet altering, pinching and coiling, leather hard forming, stiff shaping, and erosive techniques will be covered.
- And much more!
Saturday and Sunday Presenter Demonstrations
The schedule is set-up so that attendees can pick and choose which classes to attend over the two day event. Attendees will sign-up during Friday and/or Saturday morning registration. Attendees will be asked to choose one presenter for AM and PM for Saturday and Sunday. Each attendee will see four of the six presenters. Special Vendor Exhibition Friday, Saturday and SundayWe’re excited to showcase the SURFACE + FORM sponsors during the Friday night reception. If you have a question, they will have the answer. The sponsors will be available starting Friday night through lunch on Sunday. Be sure to stop by and see them.
AMACO/Brent
6060 Guion Road
Indianapolis, IN 46254-122
(800) 374-1600
(317) 244-6871
Website: www.amaco.com
Clay Alliance
PO Box 9363
Cincinnati, Ohio 45209
Website: clayalliance.org
Laguna Clay Company/California
14400 Lomitas Avenue
City of Industry, CA 91746
(800) 4-LAGUNA or (800) 452-4862
email: [email protected]
Your local distributor: www.lagunaclay.com/distributors/
Mayco
4077 Weaver Court South
Hilliard, Ohio 43026
(614) 675-2018
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by Carole Epp | Oct 21, 2010 | Uncategorized
The other day I posted an article link to the incredible Tate project by Ai Weiwei.
It brought about a bunch of interesting discussion in the comments and Steve Grimmer (thank you Steve!) was kind enough to post a link to this video of the project, which I figured I should post here so that you don’t miss it.
Enjoy!
by Carole Epp | Oct 16, 2010 | Uncategorized
An evolving exhibition, works by a changing progression of ceramic artists.
This group exhibition of ceramic works will feature a changing progession of ceramic artists. The show is an evolution, featuring established senior gallery artists, a selection of innovative mid-career, and emerging individuals. Ceramic artists will include John Chalke, Barbara Tipton, Bradley Keys, Les Manning, Fran Cuyler, Neil Liske, Ed Bamiling, Sean Kunz, Katrina Chaytor, Priscilla Janes, Aaron Nelson, Jenn Demke, Robin Dupont, and more throughout the month of October. In addition, historic works by Luke Lindoe and Walter Drohan will round out the exhibition
Reception with artists in attendance, Saturday, October 16, 2-5
Willock and Sax Gallery
by Carole Epp | Oct 15, 2010 | Uncategorized
The
Mary Lou Zeek Gallery, located in Salem OR, is looking for potters to donate a plate to their “Hundred Artists” show. The proceeds will go to
CERF+, so the organization can continue their fantastic work helping craft artists deal with crises. Some of the details:
- plates should be approximately 12 inches in diameter
- accepted work will be on display in the gallery and online at their site for the month of February, 2011
- donated plates will be for sale through a silent auction
- in conjunction with the show, the gallery will create a “100 Artists Show” book, including an image of each piece and an artist’s statement
For more information, email the gallery at: zeekgallery (at) qwestoffice (dot) net.
