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by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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"ClayWeave with Driftwood" is a tall satin white glazed ceramic vessel with a prominent driftwood feature. Wheel-thrown and altered, it blends artistry with functionality.
The ClayWeave – Tall White Vessel with Driftwood from our Basketry Ceramics series is a wheel-thrown and altered mid-fired piece featuring basketry attachments and a satin white surface that plays with light and texture. Finished with a natural driftwood accent, it balances function with sculptural elegance—an understated yet striking addition to any space.
Mid Fire Clays are a type of pottery clay that are fired to a temperature range of 1180-1240°C. They are gaining popularity among potters because they achieve the sought after qualities in stoneware of strength, durability and finish when fired to the lower temperatures of Mid Fire.
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.
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This vessel has been glazed and fired to allow it to be used in domestic and commercial settings. It's waterproof and dishwasher safe.
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.
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.
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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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.
Incorporates woven basketry techniques for intricate, textured details in a technique we call ClayWeave.
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