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by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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Bush Tucker Kangaroo Apple Jug: A Small Jug depicts detailed botanical art on Cool Ice Porcelain with underglaze illustration and clear glaze covering.
Bush Tucker Kangaroo Apple Jug (sometimes called the Bush Tomato): Crafted from Cool Ice Porcelain, this vase features a thrown and altered form with a unique bush tomato illustration. The clear glaze enhances its tactile appeal, while the slip decoration adds an artisanal touch. A beautiful blend of nature-inspired design and expert craftsmanship, this piece is perfect for ceramic connoisseurs and nature enthusiasts alike.
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.
Ceramic Vessels decorated with an Australian bush-tucker theme
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A ceramic art technique that uses the clay surface as canvas to be illustrated with line and colour techniques. These methods allow for detailed, vibrant designs that make each piece a true work of art.
The application of colored decoration to the surface of a piece before it is glazed, allowing for detailed and intricate designs that are sealed and protected by a clear or translucent glaze.
Bold, black slip line art, creating striking contrasts and intricate designs. This technique offers a modern, artistic touch to traditional pottery.
This method involves shaping clay without a wheel, using techniques like pinching, coil construction, and slab building, offering more versatility in shapes and textures.
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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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.
The application of liquid clay (slip) of a contrasting color to the surface of a piece before firing, used to create patterns, textures, or images on the clay body.
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