Ceramics
by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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"ClayWeave - Rockpool Vessel" combines ceramics and basketry. Keane's Dark Matter clay, textured surface, blue jute attachments, and studio floating blue glazed interior create a functional, elegant piece.
Introducing "ClayWeave - Rockpool Vessel with Blue Jute," a stunning fusion of ceramics and basketry from our "Basketry Ceramics" series. This mid-fired clay piece showcases a textured surface adorned with intricate basketry attachments, creating a unique interplay of form and function. The vessel's thrown and carved exterior is further enhanced by the studio floating blue on the interior. Fully functional and expertly crafted, this piece seamlessly blends artistry with utility.
From Kiama, NSW. Delivery or pick-up is agreed with Frances Smith Ceramics.
A mid-fire dark speckled clay. Great for throwing and hand building.
Artistic objects made from clay and fired to create pottery, vases, or decorative objects.
Hand made ceramic artwork with natural fibre woven attachment to integrate into the theme of the ceramic art.
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.
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 vessel has been glazed and fired to allow it to be used in domestic and commercial settings. It's waterproof and dishwasher safe.
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.
A pottery technique where clay is shaped into forms on a rotating potter's wheel, allowing for symmetrical and rounded shapes, often used for creating bowls, vases, and other vessels.
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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ClayWeave - Rockpool Vessel with Blue Jute
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Floating Blue glaze is a mid-fire, variegated glaze known for its deep blue hues and the appearance of depth, resembling water. Its surface can vary from glossy to semi-matte, often exhibiting streaks or spots of lighter blues and greens, creating a visual effect that seems to "float" over the surface of the ceramic piece. This glaze is popular for its unique and unpredictable finish, making each piece distinct.
Incorporates woven basketry techniques for intricate, textured details in a technique we call ClayWeave.
Techniques such as stamping, rolling, or impressing objects into the clay before it is fired, creating a relief or textured pattern on the surface of the ceramic piece.
This unique ceramic piece features a thrown vessel that has been intentionally altered, creating an intriguing interplay between form and function. The artist's skillful manipulation of the clay while on the wheel, followed by deliberate modifications, results in a striking and unconventional work that challenges traditional notions of ceramic vessels.
Creating holes or openings in the clay body before firing, often used for decorative effect or functional purposes, such as in lanterns or incense holders, adding lightness and shadow play to the piece.
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