Growing up, I always had a passion for art. But it wasn't until I took ceramics classes with my teacher, Leslie Beddard, that I discovered my love for working with clay. Mr. Beddard was not only an excellent teacher, but he was also deeply invested in his students. He exposed us to the works of [...]
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The Great Salt Lake in Utah is known for its unique and beautiful natural features. However, recently, it has also become the source of an amazing artistic discovery. Clay from the newly exposed parts of the lake has been used to create beautiful ceramic glazes that were then used on pottery and sculpture. In this [...]
A comprehensive list of ceramics art resources, including art galleries and residencies.
As an artist, I am constantly searching for creativity. Every day presents a new challenge, a new opportunity to explore the world around me, and to create something new and exciting. My medium is abstract sculpture, and I love working with ceramics, paper, wood, and mixed media. Each material presents its own unique set of [...]
I had a canoe (here is the sculpture I made to remember it by) when I was a little kid, maybe 12. I kept the canoe in my backyard on the lagoon I lived on. That summer we had torrential rains for days. Unfortunately, the canoe came untethered from the bank that it was tied [...]
Slipcasting is a popular technique for creating ceramic objects. (Here are some examples of my work, which was all done in slipcast). The process involves pouring a liquid clay mixture, called slip, into a plaster mold. As the plaster absorbs the water from the slip, a solid layer of clay forms on the interior of [...]
Ceramics have been used in the design and architecture industry for centuries, influencing the aesthetics and functionality of buildings and structures. From ancient civilizations to modern-day architects, ceramics have been a vital component in the construction of some of the world's most iconic buildings. In this article, we will explore how ceramics have influenced design [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1vPvDuDPKI The Phoenix (2023) - chopsticks, paper straws, pencils & porcelain The Phoenix, a stunning bird, rises from its ashes, reborn from the flames. Its tears heal wounds, its feathers glow brightly. Though many seek to capture it, the Phoenix represents hope and renewal, its power untamable by mortals.