by Carole Epp | May 24, 2017 | Uncategorized
What do you get when you mix a bunch of creatives together and form a new collective called The Bright Angle? You get awesome.
You might have come across The Bright Angle through their work on The Democratic Cup:
Image above is a collaboration: image by Michael Corney and Cup designed by East Fork Pottery.
The Democratic Cup is the brainchild of artists Ayumi Horie and Nick Moen.
“The Democratic Cup is a slow activism project that uses handmade cups to encourage people to become active and engaged citizens in our democracy. We encourage person-to-person civil conversations about social and political issues. As a country, we need conversations and connections to reinforce the dignity and inclusivity of all Americans, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexuality, and culture. The Democratic Cup believes that these cups will act as agents of social change by generating positive political discourse.” – from their website.
Or perhaps you follow the work of the individual team members of The Bright Angle:
Shannon Tovey
Laurie Caffery Harris
Evan Cornish-Keefe
Nick Moen
Regardless you should pay attention to this ceramic crew as they are on the cusp of some pretty cool design stuff and you can help out at the ground level to invest in their collective dreams : )
“The goal is to bridge a gap between studio artists and the design marketplace. I believe the best way to execute this is by creating efficient systems of well-designed handmade objects where the production process is taken into consideration when designing the original model. In order to execute the prototypes for our first collaborative collection, we utilized the Asheville Maker’s space, our neighbors at The Refinery, to 3D print models for slip-cast porcelain mold systems. Beyond that, our collaborations in Asheville have involved working with local glassblowers, leather workers, printmakers, photographers, candle makers and other ceramic artists. This is why The Bright Angle is starting in Asheville, because the creative community is full of masters of their craft and in my experience we are all here to grow together.“- Nick Moen
Just check out a few of their innovative designs below:
These fine folks have a kickstarter going and could use your help if you are so inclined.
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by Carole Epp | May 15, 2017 | call for entry
As part of National Clay Week 2017 we are looking for Canadian makers to share their pottery and favorite recipe to be showcased in a print publication that will be launched this October. Our aim is to highlight not only the wide variety of skills by Canadian Artists but also the wealth of culture and experience that makes Canada unique. Beyond highlighting the ceramic talent that exists across Canada, the proceeds from this cookbook will be donated to food based charities in Canada.
National Clay Week in its second year, is focusing on Community, and we are aiming to push for a dramatic Canadian presence as part of the event. We are partnering with them to create a publication that will be available for online order in October 2017, and a subsequent website and social media accounts will be established to promote all of the artists involved. Please check out their website for more information and additional ways to get involved.
Jurors:
Julia and Yolande Krueger: Sisters Julia and Yolande Krueger come as a pair. They both attended the Alberta College of Art + Design and have collaboratively published essays on Canadian glass. Their love for baking, sweets and ceramic plates have led them to explore a new recipe on a weekly basis. The baked results are paired with a ceramic work from their collection and subsequently shared with their friends, co-workers and family.
Christopher Reid Flock: Reid is often known for his installation work that draws heavily from his ceramic education in Japan for nine years. He has exhibited internationally and is the 2014 recipient of the Winifred Shantz Award in Canada. He is also highly active and community minded as seen in his involvement as the Director of the FUSION Clay and Glass Show, the Director of Programs at the Hamilton Potters Guild and Chair of the Art Gallery of Burlington Acquisition Committee. Through a pure love for food, Reid enjoys preparing dishes for others as much as devouring every last plated morsel.
Carole Epp: Epp is known for her long standing blog Musing about Mud. She has exhibited her ceramic art internationally, and has significant experience as a writer, workshop presenter, and is an all around ceramic addict who lives and breathes art to an unhealthy extent. As for a love of good food, well that goes without saying, especially if she doesn’t have to cook it herself.
Deadline to get your images and info in is June 10th at Midnight.
Please fill out the following Application Form. Have all your text and images ready to go when you begin this process to avoid any complications.
Applications will consist of the following:
1 – Artist’s name:
2 – Email address:
3 – Website:
4 – Social media/Instagram account:
5 – Four images:
- Image of your work.
- Image of your pot in use with recipe.
- Image of studio or work in process.
- Portrait of the artist – art work or casual.
Title each image with under this format: SmithJohn01.jpg and so forth.
Image quality – Minimum size is 300dpi (6in x 6in). These images must be print quality and thus applications with images that don’t meet this requirement cannot be considered.
6 – Family Recipe with directions (you must have permission to share this recipe).
Please use Imperial measurements (cups, teaspoons, etc.).
7 – Up to 60 words about the family recipe (this might get edited for length).
8 – Up to 60 words about you and your work (inspiration/process etc.).
Images l-r top: Mariko Paterson, Christopher Reid Flock, Carole Epp
Images l-r bottom: Carole Epp, Friederike Rahn
Please contact us at [email protected] prior to that deadline with any questions or concerns.
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