Ceramics
by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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"Black and White Series - Coral Wall Vase" is a hand-built, carved porcelain vessel featuring coral reef textures and dipped glaze, blending artistry with functional elegance.
Introducing the "Black and White Series - Coral Wall Vase," a stunning piece from our Carved Coral Vessel Series. This exquisite wall vase is meticulously hand-crafted from Cool Ice Porcelain, showcasing the perfect fusion of artistry and functionality. The intricate carved coral reef texture adds depth and intrigue, while the dipped glaze technique creates a mesmerizing contrast between light and shadow. Each vase is uniquely hand-built, ensuring no two pieces are exactly alike. This functional work of art seamlessly enhances modern home decor, bringing a touch of oceanic elegance to any space. The "Black and White Series - Coral Wall Vase" is more than just a vessel; it's a testament to the beauty of functional art, infusing your daily life with sophistication and style.
From Kiama, NSW. Delivery or pick-up is agreed with Frances Smith Ceramics.
Cool Ice Porcelain is a premium ceramic clay known for its silky smooth texture and brilliant white finish, ideal for creating intricate and delicate works of art. This versatile clay offers exceptional workability and strength, making it perfect for both wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques.
Artistic objects made from clay and fired to create pottery, vases, or decorative objects.
The Carved Coral Vessel Series showcases exquisite ceramic pieces inspired by the intricate patterns and textures found in coral reefs. Each vessel in this series features delicate, hand-carved designs that mimic the organic forms of coral, resulting in unique and visually striking works of art that blur the line between nature and human craftsmanship.
Removing clay to create decoration or shape in the clay body, often using tools to incise or sculpt the clay, adding depth and dimension to the work.
This ceramic piece showcases an intricate carved coral reef texture, capturing the delicate and complex structures found in underwater ecosystems. The artist has skillfully translated the organic forms and intricate patterns of coral into the clay medium, creating a tactile and visually stunning representation of marine life.
These functional glazes provide smooth, even coatings, providing a consistent and professional finish. This technique ensures a flawless, glossy surface that enhances the beauty of the ceramics and can make the piece fully functional.
About the artist
Frances Smith CeramicsCreating Elegance in Clay. Discover hand-crafted, functional vessels blending artistry and utility to enhance modern home decor with unique, thoughtful designs. Each piece, a testament to the beauty of functional art, infuses daily life with beauty and elegance.
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Black and White Series - Coral Wall Vase
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A collection where the artist personally selects and holds their favorite creations, showcasing a deeply personal reflection of their journey, evolution, and the themes that resonate most with them.
This method involves shaping clay without a wheel, using techniques like pinching, coil construction, and slab building, offering more versatility in shapes and textures.
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