Ceramics Monthly Articles (Simple)

There’s a fine line between forms that feel good in one’s hand versus one that is purely there to interact with glaze and the kiln.

My work in clay is inspired by utility. More specifically, it is an ongoing observation between historical ceramic, metal, and stone implements, as well as the modern tools used in my day-to-day life.

Currently among the ceramic community I see trends of bold colors, the use of mixed media, and a push against the two-category system that classifies objects as either functional or sculptural.

I count myself among the countless makers who use the vessel as a vehicle to capture a human experience. My current body of work tells the story of a family haunted by alcoholism/addiction.

I love the clay community and all the people I have connected with over the years. The meditative self-reflection in the studio followed by the gatherings and communal firings keep my life in balance.

Milo Berezin crafts anthropomorphic functional ware, which resonates with both humor and vulnerability.

Common surface issues like pinholing and bubbling, particularly on dark clay bodies, can be remedied with adjusted firing schedules and the use of colored slips to achieve desired clay colors and glaze effects.

There is something primal about taking a piece of the earth in hand and shaping it. Even when clay objects are covered in glass in a museum, they still seem to invite us to touch them.

The following recipes, shared by Ceramics Monthly 2024 Emerging Artists Alex Olson and Will Talbot, create finished, high-fired surfaces with plenty of variation.

Since being recognized as a Ceramics Monthly Emerging Artist in 2018, Shalya Marsh has integrated techniques such as digitally cut stencils and screenprinting into her work.

Deadlines for exhibitions, fairs, and festivals.

By utilizing readily available tools and materials such as stainless steel, a brass rod, and a drill, you can create an affordable and versatile solution for customizing textures and cutting pots directly off the wheel.

My work tends to focus on identity, with a specific interest in the internet’s role in navigating and defining identity.

Objects have the power to convey narrative—they tell stories of their making and materialize thought, and they express the fundamental issues with which the maker is concerned.

Tasked with reviewing the artwork shared by over 840 applicants to this year’s Ceramics Monthly Emerging Artist contest, we, the editorial staff, are amazed by the talent of the ceramics community.

Through collaborations like The Cycling Podcast and strategic marketing efforts, she has built a successful career while staying true to her inspirations and passions.

Researchers investigated how ceramic glazes used in teapots and cups could impact the health benefits of tea, finding that some glazes may reduce the tea’s antioxidants depending on their composition.

Images from current and upcoming exhibitions

I needed a method to securely grip the pot’s exterior while dipping it into the glaze, ensuring a smooth application without noticeable marks.