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by Susannah Israel “Influences, Intersections and Innovations: 21st Century Ceramics” Welcome to the 2012 Ceramics Annual of America, showcasing the remarkable quality and diversity of 21st-century ceramics. This marks the third year for the Ceramics Annual of America (CAA), a legacy of California’s role in the history of American ceramics. Ceramic artists, educators and scholars have joined to encourage education…
by Susannah Israel “CAA artist on a journey of discovery.” I was delighted to hear David Zdrazil give a lecture at Mendocino College (1) about his work and philosophy, and intrigued by his keen observation of the inspiration derived from the material in nature. It has been observed that sculptors in clay would be well advised to “take a shovel…
by Susannah Israel “CAA artist gets inside the factory at Mission Clay.” In June of 2004 I had a wonderful opportunity to work at the Mission Clay pipe factory in Pittsburgh, Kansas. Bill Lassell and I traveled across the country on an art adventure that included visiting the Bemis and a night at the Kaneko’s in Omaha.Then I spent 12…
by Susannah Israel “CAA artists exhibit at Black Bean Ceramic Art Center.” Vigorous conversation is a vital and integral part of art practice for the las cadre group. Five years ago a group of Oakland artists met at the studio of Noelle Nakama for a potluck critique, and we have been meeting continuously ever since. Developing long-term relationships with each other’s artwork brings depth and insight…
by Susannah Israel “CAA artist’s work is provocative social commentary.” “Don’t believe everything you see.” Quite sensible advice, especially when viewing the work of ceramic artist Shalene Valenzuela. Her intricate work has its roots in the trompe l’oeil art tradition of visual illusion. Trompe l’oeil, from the French for “trick the eye”, derives from card play, where a hidden trump…
by Susannah Israel “CAA artist’s work celebrates her ceramics residency.” Tea at the Archie Bray, 2002. This is permanently sited, and I often receive pictures from people who pose with it. The featured photo is courtesy of Tom Bivins. Technical info: Clay –mixed at Clay Biz, based on our beloved Pete Voulkos’ formula. (He used: half fireclay to half ball…
by Susannah Israel “CAA artist creates a world of abstraction.” “I juxtapose the macro and the micro to highlight visual parallels and to remind us that we are structurally connate with the world around us”. [1] Relationships and interdependence are building blocks for Jennifer Brazelton’s work. She draws inspiration from visual patterns as apparently unlike as maps of San Francisco…
by Susannah Israel “Independence Day: Free Your Mind.” While readying myself for a wonderful day and evening of relaxing, not writing, not firing kilns and most definitely not on facebook, I am thinking about independence. What we need most in ceramics is independence from notions. Notions about form that relate to function can enhance the work with clean design and…
by Susannah Israel “Invitational exhibition features CAA artists.” What Is A Rabbit? is an invitational exhibition highlighting the legendary rabbit in art. The most diversely represented animals in world culture and folklore, we find rabbits variously depicted as tricksters, fertility symbols, luck-bringers, cowards, or cuddly pets. Now eleven noted ceramic artists share their unique sculptural interpretations as they address the…
Art is more than something pretty to look at. In fact, it is used for therapy, it benefits the brain, and is important in child education. Here is a list of some of the many ways that art is beneficial: 1. Art has been scientifically proven to be an important part of aiding the brain in reaching its full potential….
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Welcome to the 2012 Ceramics Annual of America by Susannah Israel “Influences, Intersections and Innovations: 21st Century Ceramics” Welcome to the 2012 Ceramics...Read More
Three lions roaring: Transfiguration at the Oakland Art Murmur by Susannah Israel “Oakland art viewers get up close and personal with three powerful artmakers.”...Read More
David Zdrazil: taking a shovel to the riverbank by Susannah Israel “CAA artist on a journey of discovery.” I was delighted to hear...Read More