Henry John Klutho, an architect from New York, moved to Jacksonville after reading about the Great Fire of 1901. He quickly gained commissions to design numerous buildings in the city, including the Dyal–Upchurch Building and the new City Hall. In 1905, Klutho met Frank Lloyd Wright, which led him to adopt the Prairie School style [...]
As educators are concerned about students using AI and ChatGpt to write their papers, I suggest encouraging them to write their papers in long form, even if they have used AI or ChatGpt to generate the content. This approach would deepen their engagement with their ideas and encourage critical thinking and academic integrity. By rewriting [...]
As I watched this 60-year-old woman expertly cook rice, I was inspired by her enthusiasm and love for the culinary craft. Her skills and knowledge, accumulated over a lifetime of experience, are a testament to the joy that comes from perfecting a skill and sharing it with others. Watching her in action was a truly [...]
The day I met Toby and Dingdong at a Chinese porcelain sink factory started with a bumpy ride in what I believe was an old Datsun-like car from the 1980s. I could feel every bump and pothole on the mostly dirt road that led us out to the factory. The car was far from luxurious, [...]
For those who don't know, a rotary telephone is an older type of telephone that was commonly used before the advent of digital technology. It was the primary means of communication for many people from the mid-20th century up until the 1980s. The phone itself was typically made out of hard plastic or metal and [...]
In the world of domestic maintenance and artistic expression, few activities are as seemingly different as putting a belt on a Kirby vacuum cleaner and crafting an intricate ceramic sculpture. One is a utilitarian task that requires precision and attention to detail, while the other is a creative endeavor that allows for experimentation and spontaneity. [...]
Part 2 So I really got into the dinosaurs... This is a continuation of my time in Shangyu, China, at the Shangyu International Celadon Center and this is how I made the works you see below: Everybody smoked in China and there were ashtrays everywhere, especially in restaurants which was where I went to gather [...]
I know they thought I was crazy... Through my exploration of ceramic art, I have found inspiration in the theme of extinction. I had the incredible opportunity while in Shangyu, to collaborate with the pottery gurus at the Celadon Center. Their large porcelain platters were masterfully wheelthrown, but lacked a concept that spoke to me. [...]
The Cheongju International Craft Competition is a highly acclaimed international craft competition that will take place in Cheongju, South Korea in 2023. The competition is organized by the Cheongju International Craft Biennale Organizing Committee and is held every two years to promote and support contemporary craft and design. Artists and designers from all around the [...]
Daily writing promptWhen is the last time you took a risk? How did it work out?View all responses For me, taking a risk means doing something that might have good or bad consequences. When I got married, I took a big risk because it involved a lot of time, money, and love. It's like starting [...]