emerging artist: Rickie Barnett
Artist Statement
Rickie Barnett
“ I have these two friends that pull on my heart in separate directions, so when examined it looks bigger than it really is.”
-Elliot Maldonado
My
work is an internal look at the preeminent issues of being bound to
another and the effects it has on individuals. In the struggle of trust
and loyalty love is present and a greater understanding of friendship is
found. Connectedness and the inner struggle to stay honest to myself
and to my loved ones is significant in my work. In the confines of a
conscientious head and heart, strength and integrity are born and
encourage continuity.
work is an internal look at the preeminent issues of being bound to
another and the effects it has on individuals. In the struggle of trust
and loyalty love is present and a greater understanding of friendship is
found. Connectedness and the inner struggle to stay honest to myself
and to my loved ones is significant in my work. In the confines of a
conscientious head and heart, strength and integrity are born and
encourage continuity.
I
work figuratively creating characters based on the struggle of
balancing relationships, placing them in an open narrative where they
can revisit emotions experienced but not quite understood. Striving to
weave a web of connectedness based on internal reflections of my
relationships to the world around me
work figuratively creating characters based on the struggle of
balancing relationships, placing them in an open narrative where they
can revisit emotions experienced but not quite understood. Striving to
weave a web of connectedness based on internal reflections of my
relationships to the world around me
Literary,
visual storytelling and the art of songwriting play a large role in my
inspiration to create due to storytelling’s ability to allow an endless
yet controlled method of delivering feelings and emotions. The medium is
the apparatus; a means to an end. It is the vehicle which conveys
individual temperaments via storytelling.
visual storytelling and the art of songwriting play a large role in my
inspiration to create due to storytelling’s ability to allow an endless
yet controlled method of delivering feelings and emotions. The medium is
the apparatus; a means to an end. It is the vehicle which conveys
individual temperaments via storytelling.
Working
with clay lends to the idea of creation in and of itself. It gives the
opportunity to be more connected with the work. Pinching, coiling, and
slab building, I move the earth between my hands until a form starts to
take shape, changing with every movement of my fingers. As I watch it
go through the stages of drying i ponder it’s creation before I put them
through temperatures that a human could not withstand. Using oxides,
slips, underglazes and glazes I treat the surface in a painterly fashion
with brushes and washes before putting it through a series of firings.
Firing them again and again until the surface becomes rich and desirable
and the piece can speak for itself. Striving to provide a sympathetic
relation to narrative in the restlessness of living in one’s head space,
a sickness through which ideas are made.
with clay lends to the idea of creation in and of itself. It gives the
opportunity to be more connected with the work. Pinching, coiling, and
slab building, I move the earth between my hands until a form starts to
take shape, changing with every movement of my fingers. As I watch it
go through the stages of drying i ponder it’s creation before I put them
through temperatures that a human could not withstand. Using oxides,
slips, underglazes and glazes I treat the surface in a painterly fashion
with brushes and washes before putting it through a series of firings.
Firing them again and again until the surface becomes rich and desirable
and the piece can speak for itself. Striving to provide a sympathetic
relation to narrative in the restlessness of living in one’s head space,
a sickness through which ideas are made.
Rickie Barnett graduated from California State University, Chico in 2013 with a BFA is studio art. He is currently the long term artist in residence at Taos Clay in Taos, NM
UN-WEDGED @ Pottery Northwest
Opening Reception: Saturday, November 8, 6-8 p.m. Exhibition continues through November 29, 2014.
UN-WEDGED features contemporary ceramic work, both functional and
sculptural, that is exceptional in concept and execution. Ceramics is
the principle vehicle of expression but may include other media. This year’s exhibition features artists from 20 states with work running the gamut from narrative to functional design.
Juried by Sam Chung
upcoming events and exhibitions @ Northern Clay Center
Sam Chung @ Plinth Gallery – Exhibition and Workshop
Join us on First Friday, November 7th, from 6-9pm for a reception with our guest artist Sam Chung. The exhibition “Skyscapes” will be on display during Denver Art Week, and through January 2015.
PLEASE NOTE OUR GALLERY HOURS FOR NOVEMBER!!
We will be closed Nov. 16-28, reopening on Saturday Nov. 29. We wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday!
Sam Chung comes to Plinth from Arizona State University where he teaches ceramics in the Herberger College School of Art. Using drawing as a basis for developing
form, Chung develops templates to define the clay parts. Then, using
both wheel and hand building techniques, combines the parts into complex
forms. His vessels reflect both historical and cultural references. Sam
Chung’s vessels, be they teapots, containers or tableware are
thoughtful, well designed and impeccably made.
form, Chung develops templates to define the clay parts. Then, using
both wheel and hand building techniques, combines the parts into complex
forms. His vessels reflect both historical and cultural references. Sam
Chung’s vessels, be they teapots, containers or tableware are
thoughtful, well designed and impeccably made.
“I am interested in the way pots have the
unique ability to serve a multitude of roles and functions. They can
exhibit decorative beauty, bring attention to more functional or tactile
concerns, and also create historical, cultural and experiential
associations. I work within the context of pottery to exploit its
universal familiarity and impose my own vision for merging historically
and culturally disparate influences. I am curious about the
relationships I see among various forms of creative expression from both
past and present, and try to bring forth a new language of pottery for
the future.”
unique ability to serve a multitude of roles and functions. They can
exhibit decorative beauty, bring attention to more functional or tactile
concerns, and also create historical, cultural and experiential
associations. I work within the context of pottery to exploit its
universal familiarity and impose my own vision for merging historically
and culturally disparate influences. I am curious about the
relationships I see among various forms of creative expression from both
past and present, and try to bring forth a new language of pottery for
the future.”
On Thursday, Nov. 6th, from 6-7pm, Sam will be presenting a lecture in the Visual Arts Center on the CU Boulder campus. This presentation is free and open to the public.
Then, join us for our First Friday opening reception with Sam as we kick off Denver Art Week on Nov. 7, from 6-9pm. This event is also free and open to the public and we hope you can join us!
Workshop:Sam Chung
ONLY 3 SPACES LEFT!! On November 8-9, from 9am-5pm, Plinth Gallery will host a two-day workshop with ceramic artist Sam Chung.
This workshop will focus on the process of
making shapes by altering wheel-thrown forms, and by assembling
slab-built forms designed from paper templates. Both techniques will
use drawing as a design tool for developing form. Discussion will focus
on development of ideas for pottery form in relation to history,
context, function and design. Additional discussion and demonstration on
the application of China paints to integrate surface decoration and
imagery with form will be presented.
making shapes by altering wheel-thrown forms, and by assembling
slab-built forms designed from paper templates. Both techniques will
use drawing as a design tool for developing form. Discussion will focus
on development of ideas for pottery form in relation to history,
context, function and design. Additional discussion and demonstration on
the application of China paints to integrate surface decoration and
imagery with form will be presented.
Cost: $265.00 includes all materials and lunch both days.
Graduate Credit is available through Adams State University. For additional information and to register, contact Plinth Gallery.
3520 Brighton Blvd.
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 295-0717
Al Holen Workshop @ the Ceramics Center
THE CERAMICS CENTER
329 10th Ave SE suite 117
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
US
www.theceramicscenter.org
residency opportunity: Countryside Residency for International Artists in Rome, Italy
Before you read this post I suggest you head over to the blog Culture Vulture with Residencies for a nice write up and personalized view of the residency experience.
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The
non-profit organization ‘c.r.e.t.a. rome’ offers an international
self-funded residency program in the countryside of Rome, Italy. The Italian
word for clay seemed perfect to express the co-founders’ commitment to creating
an international reference point for ceramics and the arts in the eternal city
of Rome. Moreover, taken as an acronym, it spells out c.r.e.t.a. rome’s main
activities: ceramics, residencies, exhibitions, teaching and the arts.
non-profit organization ‘c.r.e.t.a. rome’ offers an international
self-funded residency program in the countryside of Rome, Italy. The Italian
word for clay seemed perfect to express the co-founders’ commitment to creating
an international reference point for ceramics and the arts in the eternal city
of Rome. Moreover, taken as an acronym, it spells out c.r.e.t.a. rome’s main
activities: ceramics, residencies, exhibitions, teaching and the arts.
The
residency in the countryside is still in Rome, but lies on the border with the
nearest town, Anguillara Sabazia, one of three Medieval towns on the lake
of Bracciano. The nearest train station is 2,5km. away. We have two bikes
available for resident’s use. From the train station there are regular trains
that run to Rome in about 40 mins. There is also a shuttle bus from the train
station to the town of Anguillara on the lake, stopping along the way at
supermarkets, etc.
residency in the countryside is still in Rome, but lies on the border with the
nearest town, Anguillara Sabazia, one of three Medieval towns on the lake
of Bracciano. The nearest train station is 2,5km. away. We have two bikes
available for resident’s use. From the train station there are regular trains
that run to Rome in about 40 mins. There is also a shuttle bus from the train
station to the town of Anguillara on the lake, stopping along the way at
supermarkets, etc.
The
residency includes accommodation in a one-bedroom house with a garden complete
with fruit trees. This is a particularly good option for artists working on
collaborative projects or who seek tranquility for writing. Resident artists
can bring their spouses/companions and/or families (supplemental fee).
residency includes accommodation in a one-bedroom house with a garden complete
with fruit trees. This is a particularly good option for artists working on
collaborative projects or who seek tranquility for writing. Resident artists
can bring their spouses/companions and/or families (supplemental fee).
Residents
have a well-equipped private studio. For ceramic artists, there is access to
both electric and gas kilns, with options for reduction firing. We provide a
weekly shopping run, technical assistance in procuring materials, firings,
etc., advice on museums, galleries and sites in Rome and beyond.
have a well-equipped private studio. For ceramic artists, there is access to
both electric and gas kilns, with options for reduction firing. We provide a
weekly shopping run, technical assistance in procuring materials, firings,
etc., advice on museums, galleries and sites in Rome and beyond.
Artists have the opportunity to focus on their art, whether
it be creating a new body of work, expanding a well-established oeuvre or
allowing themselves to draw inspiration from their surroundings and the
centuries of culture that define Italy. In addition, they will have access to
the wealth of galleries and exhibitions in Rome and beyond. Artists are
encouraged to submit a proposal for a final exhibition to display the work
created during the residency period. The final exhibition will be held in the c.r.e.t.a.
rome gallery in c.r.e.t.a. rome’s studio in the historical center of Rome, just
minutes from Piazza Venezia and the Capitoline museums on one side and the
Pantheon on the other.
it be creating a new body of work, expanding a well-established oeuvre or
allowing themselves to draw inspiration from their surroundings and the
centuries of culture that define Italy. In addition, they will have access to
the wealth of galleries and exhibitions in Rome and beyond. Artists are
encouraged to submit a proposal for a final exhibition to display the work
created during the residency period. The final exhibition will be held in the c.r.e.t.a.
rome gallery in c.r.e.t.a. rome’s studio in the historical center of Rome, just
minutes from Piazza Venezia and the Capitoline museums on one side and the
Pantheon on the other.
We offer a number of additional perks such as help with travel
arrangements, such as airport pick-ups, museum reservations etc. We can also
arrange optional day-trips to museums and sites in Rome and beyond. If there
are workshops during the period of your residency, you will have an opportunity
to participate at a reduced rate.
arrangements, such as airport pick-ups, museum reservations etc. We can also
arrange optional day-trips to museums and sites in Rome and beyond. If there
are workshops during the period of your residency, you will have an opportunity
to participate at a reduced rate.
SPRING 2015 residency periods: deadline
1 DECEMBER 2014
1 DECEMBER 2014
2 JANUARY-10 FEBRUARY
13 FEBRUARY-24 MARCH
2 APRIL-12 MAY
ARTISTS INVITE ARTISTS (we will post
more info soon!):
more info soon!):
16 – 30 MAY
1-14 AUGUST
SUMMER 2015 residency periods: deadline
1 MARCH 2015
1 MARCH 2015
1-30 JUNE
1-30 JULY
14 AUGUST-22 SEPTEMBER
FALL 2015 residency periods: deadline
15 MAY 2015
15 MAY 2015
25 SEPTEMBER-3 NOVEMBER
6 NOVEMBER-15 DECEMBER
A selection committee composed of
artists, art critics and historians carefully evaluates applicants based on
their artistic experience, merit and project proposal. For more info and costs,
contact Lori-Ann Touchette, [email protected] or see our web-site:
www.cretarome.com.
artists, art critics and historians carefully evaluates applicants based on
their artistic experience, merit and project proposal. For more info and costs,
contact Lori-Ann Touchette, [email protected] or see our web-site:
www.cretarome.com.
To apply, please submit the following
by e-mail to [email protected]:
by e-mail to [email protected]:
curriculum
vitae artist statement (250 words max)
project proposal (500 words max) and preferred residency
period 10 images (jpeg or pdf), image list with year,
materials & dimensions
vitae artist statement (250 words max)
project proposal (500 words max) and preferred residency
period 10 images (jpeg or pdf), image list with year,
materials & dimensions
For more information:
http://www.cretarome.com
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