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by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
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"Endangered Series - Phillip Is Hibiscus Vessel" features a wheel-thrown, mid-fired clay vessel with underglaze illustrations, dipped glaze, and golden lustre, showcasing the endangered Phillip Is Hibiscus.
Introducing the "Endangered Series – Phillip Is Hibiscus Vessel" from the Golden Lustre collection. Crafted from mid-fired clay, this wheel-thrown vessel features detailed underglaze illustrations of the endangered Phillip Island Hibiscus, brought to life with vibrant colors and fine line work. A clear glaze and gold lustre finish add elegance and depth. Both functional and decorative, this one-of-a-kind piece highlights the beauty of nature while raising awareness of its fragility.
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.
Vessels lavishly illustrated with Australian flora with a stunning golden lustre background
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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A metallic glaze that gives ceramics a shiny, reflective surface, applied over a fired glaze and then fired again at a lower temperature to fuse the lustre to the surface.
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