Ceramics Monthly Articles (Simple)

Laurie Caffery discusses how adaptability, organization, and efficiency are key to the success of a small space, and the importance of stepping away from work for well-being and creativity.

24 Ceramic Coatings by Laurel Sheppard Researchers at several Hong Kong universities have developed a ceramic radiative coating inspired by the Cyphochilus beetle, known as the whitest insect on Earth.

Founded in Hamtramck, Michigan, by Henry Crissman and Virginia Torrence, Ceramics School fosters a safe, supportive, and creative space, embodying their vision of ceramics as a catalyst for holistic living and community engagement.

Images from current and upcoming exhibitions

From coffee tampers to pepper grinders, the stamp support is not a new idea, but nothing beats a custom tool.

The artists featured in this issue use their resources, platforms, work, research, and studio practices to address or bring attention to contemporary problems or serve their communities.

Discover how you can use everyday items like milk, gum arabic, glycerin, and 7UP as alternatives to traditional china-paint mediums.

Ellen Kleckner discusses the generosity of artistic collaboration, personal evolution, and the magic of embracing the unexpected.

Deadlines for exhibitions, fairs, and festivals.

Peruvian ceramic artist Polo Ramírez, rooted in the heritage of his Vicús and Tallán ancestors, shapes his distinctive pottery through a deep connection to the earth and traditional methods passed down through generations.

Ryuji Iwasaki’s distinctive pottery is influenced by his home near Osaka, Japan, designed by architect Norio Yoshinaga, where natural elements create a harmonious connection between his living space and artistic practice.

Founded by Sarah Wells Rolland, The Village Potters Clay Center in Asheville’s River Arts District is a thriving creative collective with dedicated potters who prioritize community and a “people before pots” mentality.

This NCECA 2023 concurrent exhibition at the Contemporary Arts Center in Cincinnati celebrated the wisdom and work of Black women and non-binary individuals in the field of ceramics and was curated by Adero Willard.

Delve into a safe and practical step-by-step guide for fixing sagging kiln elements using basic tools commonly found in clay studios.

Tom and Maggie Jaszczak share some of their favorite home studio slips and glazes, along with a few glazing tips, for finishing functional forms.

Tom and Maggie Jaszczak juggle full-time studio work, teaching workshops, and participating in pottery events while prioritizing a connection to family, nature, and seasonal rhythms for their overall well-being.

Bryan Wilkerson reveals the impetus and mission of The Impostors Cup Show, where selected artists discreetly mimic their peers, exploring appropriation and sparking dialog about the nature of artistic influence.

This collaborative project provides a channel for artists to claim excavated clay, a byproduct of construction and industry, and put it to use in their work.

Images from current and upcoming exhibitions