‘the intelligent hand’ macef design award 2010 – call for entries
call for entries for macef design award massimo martini 2010 award
– the expression of italian taste is now open.
designboom and ‘MACEF international home show’ design competition. participation is open to applicants from every country in the world, to professionals, students, and design-enthusiasts. free registration required.
the intelligent hand craftsmanship is an all but defunct art form and can be found in any field of endeavor imaginable. craftsmanship produces superior quality products, with attention to detail that reflect the careful artisan precision. by combining skill, commitment and judgment, the craftsman establishes a close relationship between head and hand, man and machine, which is vital to our physical, mental and societal well-being. although many of the craftsman’s tasks may be repetitive, it doesn’t mean he/she easily falls into a rut. instead, he/she is constantly looking for new tools and techniques to improve the work process. with imagination, he/she plays the role of industrial engineer who is normally charged with such a task. following the ‘making is thinking’, we seek out for contemporary and innovative high-value home accessories, tableware, utensils, tools, furnitures …
awards
the designers of 3 winning entries will be granted with cash prize awards :
-first prize 5000 euro
-second prize 3000 euro
-third prize 2000 euro
register now as registration closes january 2nd, 2010.
register here
via designboom
Sorry about this morning’s little problem with the images. Should be fixed now. Let me know if anyone is still having problems seeing them. Cheers.
Artist of the Day – Nora Jean
Oh I’m loving me a bit of texture! Check out these gorgeous pieces by Nora Jean:
and in her own words:
With thoughts of fabric in my head I use thin slabs of clay to build objects of function that are textured with patterns of nature. Referencing a material that we live in everyday I hope to bring a feeling of life to my work. I love objects in particular cups because of there ability to bring ones daily experience and art together.
Do take some time to checkout her website full of images (i particularly love the whiskey bottles)
norajeanceramics.com
ANU Graduating Exhibition
Exhibition runs December 5-13, 2009
Opening Friday December 4 @ 6pm in the Art School courtyard
To be opened by Jason Smith, Director and CEO , Heide Museum of Modern Art
Graduate screening 4pm Friday 4 December.
ARC Cinema National Film and Sound Archive 5pm post-screening drinks National Film and Sound Archives courtyard.
The exhibition continues until 13 December, open daily from 10.30am to 5pm
This year’s ANU School of Art Graduate Exhibition features the works of students completing their studies in Bachelor of Visual Arts Honours, Bachelor of Visual Arts, Bachelor of Digital Arts and the Diploma of Art.
Students have majored in wood, textiles, sculpture, printmedia and drawing, photography and media arts, painting, gold and silversmithing, glass and ceramics. Visitors to the School will witness the talent of its emerging artists and experience the quality and diversity of art and craft education offered by the School, from fine furniture making to installation, digital imagery to ceramic objects.
The works are displayed in the School of Art Gallery, Foyer Gallery, Photospace and in Workshop spaces throughout the School. Many of the works are for sale and provide a great opportunity to support our recent graduates.
For more details: http://soa.anu.edu.au/
Procelain Conference – register early to save $$
This conference brings together five of North America’s most adept and experienced porcelain potters. With an average of 42 years of working with porcelain between them, this porcelain dream team will share their expert tips and techniques for working with this beautiful yet challenging ceramic material.
SAVE $75 UNTIL DECEMBER 13, 2009
Featured Artist: Elaine Coleman, Tom Coleman, Mary Cuzick,
Meira Mathison and Tom Turner
For more information and to register visit: http://ceramicartsdaily.org/education/porcelain/
What you will learn:
Slip decoration
Throwing and altering on the wheel with porcelain clay
Understanding the character and handling of different types of porcelain clay
Carving techniques and how it relates to Coleman clay
The use of intricate patterns and designs through a combination of carving, slip trailing and glaze application
Use of multiple layers of glaze in relation to delicate carvings
Altering techniques that include cutting, scoring, stamping and the manipulation of the form
Use of clay sprigs, stamps and thick slip
Discussion of glaze technique including mid-fire electric glazes that look similar to high-fire reduction glazes
Develop surfaces using faceting, paddling, and fluting
Artist of the Day – Michelle Hamilton
Today I’m happy to share with you the gorgeous work of Michelle Hamilton of Zaximo Studios.
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