The Impression of Beauty – Sculptural Vessels by British Artist Simon Kidd
The experience of travelling is one that seems extremely valuable to most creatives. Specific locations may have a big impact on us and push us to the point of exploration. For London-based Simon Kidd, Northern Ireland in-particular made such an impression on him that he used his experience as the m
Creating Simplicity – Ceramics by Finnish Artist Kati Tuominen-Niittylä
Looking at Finnish ceramicist Kati Tuominen-Niittylä’s range of works, there is indeed beauty in simplicity. Her range of ceramic buckets, sieves, bowls and baskets all feature simple shapes and plain, neutral colours. However, the simplistic elements also create something striking; A beautif
Stimulating the Subconscious – Ceramics by Designer Irina Razumovskaya
While most buildings have visually interesting elements, the history and stories locked away, combined with the patterns, colours, and forms used by the different architects throughout the ages give each each one a certain edge. This is also the case with Irina Razumovskaya’s ceramic collectio
Searching for Authenticity – Ceramics by Artist Michal Fargo
When Michal Fargo created the first piece from her porcelain vase range she wanted to capture something authentic while celebrating progress and its many benefits. The vase she made was cast using a sponge to create unique textures, later dipping it in porcelain and firing it. In addition to the dif
Focusing on the Essential – Ceramics by Léa & Nicolas
Motivated by the desire to replace their own crockery, which was neither practical nor aesthetically pleasing, designers Léa and Nicolas designed their first functional objects: A bowl, double-walled cups, a coffee pot and a fermentation pot. The result was a range of sleek, polished pieces, all fo
Searching for Simplicity – Ceramics Handcrafted by Linda Ouhbi
Even if currently based in Paris, ceramic artist Linda Ouhbi’s Moroccan heritage certainly influences her work. These unique stoneware pieces are created using hand-building and coiling techniques, allowing a slow, methodical approach that sets her work apart from the smoothness walls when pul
Looping & Weaving Clay – A Selection of Ceramics by Virginia Sin
“We don’t make things. We make comfort. We make reasons to go home,” it reads on SIN’s website. Indeed, SIN, a design house founded and owned by Brooklyn-based multi-disciplinary designer Virginia Sin, has managed to create a range of ceramic works that feel warm and cosy. These
Searching for Nature’s Elements – Pool & Aqua Series by Anna Badur
From the elaborate curves of certain plants and the detailed patterns on seashells to the soft flow of water, nature’s design offers plenty we can draw from to use in creative processes. German artist, Anna Badur, has always had a fascination with nature and is often using its principles as in
Postmodern Outlines – Skyline Ceramic Series by Romina Gris
Looking at a skyline, it is the outline of different shapes that is most prominent. This is also the most remarkable element of Spanish-designer Romina Gris’ ceramic Skyline collection. Handmade in Montgat, Barcelona, this collection consists of five uniquely-shaped vases, inspired by postmode
Eroding Surfaces – Flaws by French Creative Marie Liebhardt
French artist, Marie Liebhardt, uses textures to tell a story through her ceramic collection titled, “Flaws.” Like sidewalks, walls, furniture, and building facades, the pieces in this collection are not perfect. Time deteriorates them, brings out flaws in the materials, common textures on an un
Drawing Inspiration From Architecture – Atelier Vierkant’s Ricarda Series
The Belgian ceramic studio, Atelier Vierkant, knocks the merging of form and function out of the park with this series of naturally inspired ceramics. The Ricarda collection should be celebrated as a beautiful, comprehensive collection that shows a mastery of sculpting and color theory. As an artist
Experiments in Porcelain – Ceramics Handcrafted by Atsushi Kitahara
I’m absolutely in awe of the sense of expressiveness and creativity found in these porcelain pieces by Atsushi Kitahara. Currently based in Germany, Atsushi is a freelance ceramicist who crafts all of his works by hand. His style is characterised by these forms that tend to mix simplicity with