Callout To: Jewellers, Ceramists, Glass Artists and Object makers

by | Aug 24, 2010 | Uncategorized

Since its inception in 2006, Gaffa Gallery has provided a creative space for emerging and established artists and designers. As an integral part of its move to Sydney’s CBD, Gaffa will open the doors to a dedicated Jewellery and Object retail store. At present we are looking for Jewellers, Ceramists, Glass Artists and Object makers to be represented in the retail store. We aim to showcase remarkable and exciting work, with a strong emphasis placed on quality craftsmanship, innovation and interesting design. If you are interested in having your wares showcased in our retail outlet, feel free to tell us a little more about yourself and your practice. Please provide the following:
A brief bio (200 words)
A ONE page CVImages of your work (max 5 images)
Along with a word document of captions details (title, materials and retail prices).NB.
Please make sure the size of your attachments does not exceed a total of 1MB.

Contact: Zoe Brand at [email protected] – 02 9283 4273
For more information about gaffa or the retail store please feel free to contact either Kelly Robson (Initiative Director) at [email protected] or Zoe Brand (Retail Manager) at [email protected]. Gaffa www.gaffa.com.au
PH: (+61) 02 9283 4273
281 Clarence Street, Sydney CBD, NSW 2000
Gallery hours Mon-Fri 11-6 Sat 11-5 Sun and Public Holidays closed

A cool table, not ceramic, but ceramic related.

by | Aug 23, 2010 | Uncategorized

“according to the designers, easterners commonly believe that small changes
of an individual person or object can make big impact on the larger society, thus,
leading to a modest and totalitarian culture. this social tendency described as a
‘ripple effect’ was translated here into tea ceremony table.”

via Designboom

Vicki Hardin – Making & Using Custom Handmade Brushes

by | Aug 23, 2010 | Uncategorized


Learn to make gorgeous handmade brushes that are works of art and functional tools. Each day, several types of brushes will be introduced using different hair and construction methods. Demonstrations will include knot-tying, epoxy mixing, cutting and wrapping hairs, and making brush handles. Students will work with buck tail hair, moose hair, horse hair, rooster hackle, broom corn straw, and other fibers. The brushes we make may be used to decorate ceramics or for sumi ink, calligraphy, and watercolor, acrylic, or oil painting. The class will also include demonstrations on how handmade brushes can be used to make dynamic marks on a variety of surfaces.Want more info? Check out the website here.
 Studio potter since 1984, producing utilitarian stoneware, handmade brushes and decorative pit fired and rakued vessels; publisher of on-line ClayArtWeb Guide.com and ArtistsinTexas.com.