Ceramics Monthly Articles (Simple)

Why do we associate pottery forms with the human form? Are these parallels culturally specific or more universal? YoonJee Kwak’s exploration of these questions comes from a common Korean metaphor that compares a person’s character to a vessel’s form.

Have you been tempted but too intimidated to stack pots on top of one another in a bisque firing to save space and energy or to fit in those last few pieces for an order or exhibition?

Artists Pedro Centeno, Tim Kowalczyk, Andrew Massey, and Tim See all look to industrial objects including cardboard, chains, oil cans, pipes, paint rollers, and machine parts for aesthetic inspiration.

Thoughtful observation of her surroundings both natural and decorative translates into the rich, layered patterns and visual textures in the captivating work of Frances Priest.

Silvia and Andy Palmer share their perspective as business owners and gallerists—from what they seek in artists they represent to what they strive to provide the community and field.

Converting a two-car garage into a home-studio space with adaptable shelving, a sliding-glass door for lots of light, and a gallery-style wall has granted Adero Willard an accessible and flexible work flow.

Information on submitting work for exhibitions, fairs, and festivals.

The 2021 Strictly Functional Pottery National jurors Margaret Kinkeade, Roberto Lugo, and Brooks Oliver share what they looked for when selecting work for inclusion in the exhibition.

Made from ceramic components and a custom-fabricated steel structure, Dan Ingersoll’s public sculpture reflects the character of its site in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

Writer Mike Middleton has built a collection of pottery and ceramic art—in particular, dozens of pieces by Ron Meyers—that demonstrates the vitality of clay.

I made a cement-board worktop that could be removed and stored when not in use. Here’s how to make one of your own.

Images from Current and Upcoming Exhibitions

In this issue, we cover the topic of galleries with a behind-the-scenes perspective, discussions on the ways artists get selected for representation or exhibitions, and, artists’ thoughts on how they promote and sell their work.

In order to learn about traditional craft and pottery-making techniques, PJ Anderson studied Indigenous processes in South Africa and New Mexico.

Presented in this issue are works by 16 finalists that capture the dual theme of this year’s readership-wide contest. Through

If you are looking for inspiration, the projects and techniques in the following pages have you covered. This issue delivers

Everything comes with a price tag, including artwork. The artistic process is built on skills, education, experience, and creativity, all

Michelle Im’s current body of earthenware vessels grew from a cause-and-effect relationship between clay body and building process. Imagery from the natural world and Korean Buncheong ware inspire the

Deadlines for exhibitions, fairs, and festivals.

Jennifer Graff and Wayne Perry share recipes for clear glazes and slip they use to finish their work.