by Carole Epp | Sep 15, 2009 | Uncategorized
Exploring Ceramic Glazes is the first of a number of short courses in ceramics planned at the University of Johannesburg . This course is aimed at the ceramist who wants to increase his or her knowledge of glazes and glaze development. It will take place over 6 weeks in weekly 3hour sessions. Program runs September 23rd – 28th of October. If you would like more information on this please contact John Shirley at [email protected] http://johnshirleyceramics.blogspot.com
by Carole Epp | Sep 15, 2009 | Uncategorized
[kuh-nek-tiv]
October 1 and 2, 2009
In collaboration with Nebraska Wesleyan University 
Polly by Jason Briggs, AFC Presenter A biennial conference presented by LUX Center for the Arts and the Department of Art at Nebraska Wesleyan University. The conference provides an opportunity for students, educators, artists, collectors and the public to connect, learn and explore. The conference features lectures, demonstrations and exhibitions by Sonya Clark, Jason Briggs, Victoria Goro-Rapoport, and Jess Starkel. Registration is open through Sept. 19.
Special rates for college and high school students available.
College group rates available.
Register Now
Learn more about the presenters
by Carole Epp | Sep 12, 2009 | Uncategorized
Harbinger Gallery is excited to present a feature of new ceramics by artist, Becky Webster. Webster’s work fleshes out her interests in showing both the raw beauty of natural, unglazed clay and the layers of patterns and images juxtaposed on her clay works. The thick, drawing-like transparent glazes found on parts of Websters works is part of what gives them “personality”, while “…keeping in focus with the functionality and craftsmanship” of each piece.
Becky Webster graduated in 2001, majoring in ceramics in the Craft and Design program at Sheridan College, in Oakville, Ontario. Upon graduation, Webster set up studio practice and also began a managerial position at S&S Pottery Supplies, a position she maintains today. In addition to being included in a Harbinger group exhibition of clay in 2008, Becky has recently had a solo exhibition and has been featured in the “Canadian House and Home” magazine. Her work can be found in galleries all over Ontario.
by Carole Epp | Sep 11, 2009 | Uncategorized
September 11 – 13
Northern Clay Center announces its annual fundraising benefit and celebration of the art of the pot: the 2009 American Pottery Festival, September 11 – 13. If you like pots, potters, and other people who like pots, this event is for you. The three-day Festival draws together collectors, artists, students, and clay buffs, providing everyone with an opportunity to share their love of clay, and also bringing in much needed revenue for both the participating artists and for NCC exhibition and artists’ support programs.
As always, an outstanding roster of potters will be featured, including Minnesota’s own Warren MacKenzie. Festival-goers will enjoy a rich variety of work—some by established potters who have achieved a high level of excellence in the ceramic arts, and some exciting, new work by emerging artists. Participating potters include Chuck Aydlett (MN), Wayne Branum (WI), Sam Chung (AZ), Naomi Cleary (PA), Steven Colby (CO), Josh DeWeese (MT), Paul Eshelman (IL), Marty Fielding (VT), Marlene Jack (VA), Julie Johnson (NY), Gail Kendall (NE), Forrest Lesch-Middleton (CA), Warren MacKenzie (MN), Matthew Metz (NY), Sequoia Miller (WA), Joseph Pintz (OH), Kari Radasch (ME), Davie Reneau (KY), Steven C. Rolf (WI), Hide Sadohara (NY), Albion Stafford (NY), Shoko Teruyama (NC), and Betsy Williams (NM). Walter Ostrom, who recently retired from his long-time position at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, will be the special featured guest, who will deliver a lecture on Sunday morning.
For all the details check out the Northern Clay Center website.
by Carole Epp | Sep 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
This is more of a design posting…but perhaps if the intern had a ceramic background/focus…well i’m just saying it could be used to all of our advantage…
Want to work at Design Milk? Well, here’s your chance! Design Milk is bringing on its first intern! We are looking for a smart, enthusiastic, hard-working individual who has a passion for all things design. The intern will report to the Editor. This is an unpaid internship, however the internship has the potential to become a paid position.
Daily/weekly activities include:
- manage daily content on the Design Milk blog
- manage email submissions
- communicate on a daily basis with current Design Milk writers, Editor, and columnists
- contact potential companies and persons for columns
- write and edit posts
- help manage and maintain Twitter and Facebook accounts
- assist Editor in promotion of website content
- other duties as assigned
Desired skills:
- solid knowledge of industrial design, graphic design, fashion, art, or architecture
- trendspotter, ability to find great post content & to create original post content
- good writing and editing skills
- blogging experience
- photo editing skills
- experience with Facebook and Twitter
- good Internet connection
- willingness to learn, eager, dedicated, and passionate
- WordPress experience a plus
- knowledge of HTML a plus
What you will get out of this experience:
- experience in online publishing
- writing and editing experience
- blogging experience
- photo and link to your website(s) on our About page
- deeper knowledge and understanding of internet publishing
- a super fun and crazy awesome time
- recommendation from the Editor
Term: 6-month commitment How to Apply:
We are accepting applications via email only. Please send the following to info [at] design-milk.com with subject “Fall Internship”:
- Resume
- A statement about why you want this internship
- Writing sample (this does not have to be design-related, but should showcase you writing skills)
- Links to any websites you have worked or currently work for
- If you are an artist or designer, please send a link to your portfolio or images
- Anything that you think represents your work or experience related to design
by Carole Epp | Sep 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
Exhibition runs: 2 – 13 September 2009
Place and Being
New work by Margaret Carlin and Avi Amesbury in ceramics and charcoal drawings. The exhibition, Place and Being, is the exploration of a physical manifestation of the emotions, knowledge and character of the artists working in response to landscape, either the natural environment or human (or inner) landscape. “To describe the landscape is to inscribe the character [of the artist].” Through the use of spontaneous and direct gestures, both in ceramic and mark making on paper, the spiritual essence of the landscape is revealed. The work is not only a representation, (of a particular physical location for example,) but is the presence as well.
For more info on the exhibition and the artists visit avicam website.
