emerging artist: Minna Graham

“I create in order to express my emotional relationship to my
surroundings. I have lived in many harsh environments, deserts and salt
lakes, mining areas, snow country and dense forests. These environments
are defined by extreme cold and heat, floods and bushfires, strong
storms and high winds. I make what I see around me- charred blackened
wood and earth, mud and teeming water, moss, leaves and bark. This is
reflected in the tactile nature of my work. I enjoy the simple beauty
found in nature and embody this in my work.”

www.minnagrahamceramics.com

emerging artist: Yen Yen Lo

“My surly-looking bell figurines are inspired by the people I see around me – particularly on public transport and in my neighbourhood. Nostalgia and reminiscences play an integral part in my work, especially childhood memories of growing up in Malaysia and the people who made an impression on me. I’ve always adopted a stylised form of illustration and love bringing these characters to life with expressive line brushwork and a good dose of humour.”

STUDIO ASSISTANT – Takeawei Studio


Takeawei Studio Torquay is looking for a part-time studio assistant with
experience in hand building and wheel throwing. Serious applicants with
experience and/or training in ceramics please email [email protected] with
a short resume and cover letter. Takeawei studio is based in Torquay.
Please only apply if you are local or willing to commute.

takeawei.com

GUEST ARTIST in RESIDENCE: Northcote Pottery Supplies


An ideal opportunity for an emerging or
established ceramic artist to apply for a 3-month residency providing a
private studio space, rent-free, at their Brunswick location.
Applications due 7 December, 2016.

Aims of the Guest Artist in Residence Program

To support and encourage an emerging or established artist in their ceramics practice

To strengthen and add diversity to our Resident Artists Program

To offer a unique workshop and Meet The Artist opportunities to our students and local community

Northcote Pottery Supplies will offer the Guest Artist in Residence

The opportunity to work in an active ceramics centre, alongside other practicing artists

3 months private studio space (3.5m x 3.4m) at Northcote Pottery Supplies, rent free

Studio space, equipped with wheel, work desk and shelving

24 hour studio access

10% retail discount on selected materials sold at Northcote Pottery Supplies

Responsibilities of Guest Artist in Residence

A commitment to work regularly in the studio

To develop and run a one-day workshop in consultation with NPS staff (time volunteered)

Be available for a Meet the Artist Day, where the public can view the Guest Artist in Residence at work (time volunteered)

Present a floor talk about their work and practice (time volunteered)

If the residency period falls on Open Day (late August) to open their studio to the public, alongside other resident artists

Donate a piece of artwork to the Northcote Pottery Supplies Collection at the conclusion of the residency period

Selection Criteria

* Clarity and planning of proposed project and outcomes

* Committment to work regularly in the studio

* Clear outline of proposed workshop, including materials and equipment required

* Quality images of artwork

* Overall professionalism of application

* Ability to work positively within a group environment

Important Information

Applicants will be notified of the outcome by January 2017, with shortlisted applicants invited for interview

Our Guest Artist in Residence program is for studio space only, we are unable to provide accommodation

We are not taking applications from full-time students

2017 Guest Artist in Residence Application Form

For more information email [email protected]

RAIN SHADOWS Ceramics by Jane Sawyer with words by Carolyn Leach-Paholski.

 

 

RAIN SHADOWS 

Ceramics by Jane Sawyer with words by Carolyn Leach-Paholski.
Following a successful showing at Mansfield Ceramics Gallery in Sydney, Rain Shadows (mark 2) comes to Melbourne. 

Showing at Tacit Contemporary Art
30 November – 18 December
Opening Wednesday 30 November 6.30-8pm

Tacit Contemporary Art
312 Johnston St, Abbotsford
E: [email protected]

www.tacitart.com.au

Jane Sawyer is a director of Slow Clay Centre