by Carole Epp | Feb 13, 2010 | Uncategorized
So sometimes I can be quite implusive. Especially when it comes to great art. So it’s not really a surprise to me that within moments of discovering Scott Jennings beautiful ceramic work I had (practically without breathing) purchased two pieces to add to my ceramics collection. So I asked Scott if I could share some images with you. If you have a minute check out his etsy shop and his website (where he also shares some process info)
In his words:
“I choose to make pottery because of the excitement and satisfaction that I get from discovering new forms. With each new series of work my intentions become clearer and the excitement grows. I am interested in utilitarian vessels and find that they provide endless avenues to explore form and surface design. Each piece that I make stands in stark contrast to the manufactured goods of the world around us; they are imperfect, irregular, and not exactly repeatable. I strive to make pieces that are visually stunning and that have friendly tactile qualities. Ultimately I hope that the user contemplates how ceramics with unique characteristics can fit into and enhance their daily routines.”
by Carole Epp | Feb 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
I’ve been tossing around ideas about installation lately for both my functional and figurative series. So tired am I of traditional methodologies of plinth based viewing, but how to work objects better into a space?
I figured I’d post a bit of inspirational images today in the hopes that maybe something might come together in my mind in the studio this afternoon…until then here’s the incredible ceramic/design based work of Jaime Hayon.
Here’s ablurb quoted from his website:
“Spanish artist-designer Jaime Hayon was born in Madrid in 1974. As a teenager, he submerged himself in skateboard culture and graffiti art, the foundation of the detailed, bold-yet-whimsical imagery so imminent in his work today. After studying industrial design in Madrid and Paris he joined Fabrica in 1997, the Benetton-funded design and communication academy, working closely with the legendary image-maker and agitator Oliverio Toscani. In a short time he was promoted from student to head of their Design Department, where he oversaw projects ranging from shop, restaurant and exhibition conception and design to graphics. Eight years later, Jaime broke out on his own, first with collections of designer toys, ceramics and furniture, followed by interior design and installation. His singular vision was first fully exposed in ‘Mediterranean Digital Baroque’ at London’s David Gill Gallery, an exciting mise en scène, largely executed in ceramic, followed by ‘Mon Cirque’, which traveled to Frankfurt, Barcelona, Paris and Kuala Lumpur. These collections put Jaime at the forefront a new wave of creators that blurred the lines between art, decoration and design and a renaissance in finely-crafted, intricate objects within the context of contemporary design culture. “
Find out more about him and see more of his projects here.
by Carole Epp | Jan 29, 2010 | Uncategorized
I recently came across the work of Marianne Hallberg and figured I’d better share it with you all as it’s so lovely.
Sadly her website isn’t in english but here is the google translate version, which is hopefully accurate enough.
“The material I use is stoneware with a white tin glaze, decorated with cobalt oxide. Firing temperature is 1250 ° C.
Use items are rolled to be thin and beautiful. I have interested me for ornamentation, studied the flowers, exploring symbols, squares, dots, stripes, and combined them like patch quilts, to tell you about my approach to beauty and desire.”
See more of her gorgeous work here.
by Carole Epp | Jan 26, 2010 | Uncategorized
For a while now I keep meaning to post about a lovely new potter I recently stumbled across. Well new to me, maybe not to you. I instantly fell in love with these beautiful pieces. Here’s a bit from his profile:
“My ceramic work is both practical for the enjoyment of everyday use as well as aesthetically pleasing for the presence in a room. I choose the wood fired process solely because it is an extension of my finding experience when creating. The wood fire process truly is an exciting adventure with discovery and the unexpected which is one of the most valuable experiences of human existence.”
Find out more about Gary here or shop for his work here.
by Carole Epp | Jan 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
Well I can think of no better way to ring in the New Year than with some thought provoking ceramics! Today is the official end to the Artist of the Day Month, and I sincerely thank each and every artist who participated. Thank you for generously sharing your work with me and the readers of musing. It has been a glorious month here at musing and here’s to a even better new year!
Today’s featured artist is Julie Lovelace, who I think I should maybe do a show with someday in the future as I think our works speak very similar dialogues, yet through their own individual voices. Julie’s work is meticulous, kitschy, and thought provoking. A great recipe for great ceramic work. Enjoy and all the best for the New Year.
