Artwork
Artwork
Ceramics
by Frances Smith Ceramics · Kiama, NSW
Sold
No longer availableArtistic objects made from clay and fired to create pottery, vases, or decorative objects.
A series that uses experimental glazes on traditional functional forms
The sale of artworks through a physical gallery space, where the gallery represents artists and handles the promotion, display, and transactions of the art pieces.
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.
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.
The Japanese brush style is characterized by bold, fluid and expressive strokes. This technique adds a cultural and artistic flair to ceramic artworks.
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.
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.
See all their workFloating 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.
