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65 – A contemporary ceramics fair in Brussels

Ceramics Now Weekly • 275 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Ceramics Exhibitions Artists Conferences
  1. The first major fair dedicated to contemporary ceramics, ceramic brussels, will take place in Brussels between January 25-28, 2024.
  2. New featured artists are showcased in Ceramics Now, presenting the work of Kensuke Yamada, Jacaranda Kori, and Maria Diletta Rondoni.
  3. Various opportunities and events in the ceramics world are highlighted, including residency programs, exhibitions, and conferences.

Last of Last Year's Geese

Into the Hedge • 59 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Farming Ceramics Craftsmanship Nature Animals
  1. The farm collaborated with a ceramics studio to create unique split-leg pottery aprons, showcasing handcrafted workwear and textiles.
  2. The geese were taken for slaughter as part of the farm's routine, highlighting the emotional complexity and respect for the animals under the farmer's care.
  3. The geese play a role in maintaining the farm by helping with grass cleanup before the arrival of new growth in spring.
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Call for Applications: International Biennale of Vallauris - Contemporary Creation and Ceramics

Ceramics Now Weekly • 255 implied HN points • 02 Oct 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Ceramics Contemporary Art
  1. The International Biennale of Vallauris is holding its 26th edition in 2024, encouraging creators to explore ceramics.
  2. The competition aims to showcase diversity in ceramic use and major trends, with prizes like the Grand Prize of the City of Vallauris.
  3. To participate, complete an online form, submit required documents, and pay a €20 participation fee by December 20, 2023.

61 – A book about sustainable ceramics

Ceramics Now Weekly • 157 implied HN points • 24 Oct 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Ceramics Artists Exhibitions Techniques Materials
  1. Yuliya Makliuk's book 'Potters Save the World' focuses on sustainable ceramics and environmental responsibility.
  2. Ceramics Now Weekly #61 features new artists and the latest news in the ceramic world.
  3. Various ceramic events, exhibitions, and discussions are happening worldwide, offering opportunities for artists to showcase their work and engage with the community.

Ben Suga on Balancing Tradition and Creativity

Chance Operations • 157 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Ceramics Creativity Tradition Craftsmanship
  1. Ben Suga found inspiration in the physicality and difficulty of working with clay, similar to his experience as a wrestler in high school.
  2. Through apprenticeships in Japan and America, Ben learned the importance of tradition in ceramics and found creativity within the structured practice.
  3. The firing process in ceramics balances precision and control with chaotic elements like chance, adding an unpredictable yet intriguing aspect to the art.

#49 – A ceramics conference in Cincinnati

Ceramics Now Weekly • 117 implied HN points • 14 Mar 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Ceramics Artist Features Exhibitions
  1. A ceramics conference, NCECA 2023, is happening in Cincinnati, Ohio with expected attendance of 5,000 artists, designers, educators, and scholars.
  2. Applications are open for various international ceramics competitions and artist residency programs around the world.
  3. Various ceramic exhibitions, artist talks, and art programs are taking place globally, offering opportunities for artists to showcase their work.

Spinning Flips, 3D Ceramics, and #GenArtCraft

Generative Arts Collective • 65 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Generative Arts Creative Coding AI Art Ceramics Visual Arts
  1. Generative AI models like ChatGPT can provide exciting creative uses for artists.
  2. Artists like Vera Molnár integrated computer programming into their art, exploring mathematical patterns.
  3. New initiatives like #GenCodeCraft on OpenProcessing provide collaborative platforms for experimenting with generative art.