Peter Voulkos: Bottle
This porcelain vessel’s curvature and simplicity invoke great aesthetic appeal to me. The slashed angles of the glaze emulate a natural feel similar to swaying blades of grass, which in turn support this artists subtleties. The overall dimensions (Height: 14.25 | Width: 6 | Depth: 6), exceed my comfort zone, and because of this I have chosen this piece to broaden particular abilities.
This Japanese style tea set is personal with a seemingly effortless allure. As for personal use, this practical set will be used to its full ability and it is something that I would like to enjoy. The raised lid of the teapot is simple way to limit slipping when pouring your desired liquid. Also, I would like to predetermine the volume of my teapots, so I can know how many would be appropriate and adjust the cup size accordingly.
This porcelain vessel’s curvature and simplicity invoke great aesthetic appeal to me. The slashed angles of the glaze emulate a natural feel similar to swaying blades of grass, which in turn support this artists subtleties. The overall dimensions (Height: 14.25 | Width: 6 | Depth: 6), exceed my comfort zone, and because of this I have chosen this piece to broaden particular abilities.
Dan Schmitt: Tea Set
This Japanese style tea set is personal with a seemingly effortless allure. As for personal use, this practical set will be used to its full ability and it is something that I would like to enjoy. The raised lid of the teapot is simple way to limit slipping when pouring your desired liquid. Also, I would like to predetermine the volume of my teapots, so I can know how many would be appropriate and adjust the cup size accordingly.
Bryce Brisco: Lidded Jar with Motif
Proportion is one of many areas where I am lacking, and this Lidded Jar with Motif is an example where ability and charm capture what I have been missing, in more ways than one. The proportion to the handle, to the motif, to the all around shape of the Jar creates a cohesion that is attractive and inviting. The layering effect of the salt fired glaze places a desirable texture, without taking away from the motif and the sheen livens the original layer.
Title: Turnip Vase with Cone Dot
ReplyDeleteArtist: Bryce Brisco
This piece caught my eye for the three vases that we have to accomplish for 465 students. I am intrigued by the overall curvature and the simplicity/dexterity of the neck. The protruding belly signifies some stability and the glaze does a nice job of bringing the eye towards the base of the piece. This piece is only 17” tall, but I was hoping that I could make something similar and just throw the neck and base separately, then attach them later.
Title: Lemon Yellow Glaze Vase with Two Bird Heads
Artist: Otto Heino
This is a thrown vase and I appreciate the volume and continuous flow of one single curve that it possesses. I’m not sure whether the footing is attached or not, but I’m assuming that it is not. I believe that the birds (on the lip) are for decoration, however if I were to create such a vase I would like to have a handle so one can transport it easier.
Title: Barrel Vase with Four Handles
Artist: Bryce Brisco
The shoulder of this piece is what originally caught my eye and I would like to be able to emulate in one of my coming pieces. Different from the ones I chose before, this one has multiple surfaces are not all curved. I enjoy the texture that he provided and I believe the handles provide unity.
Title: Triple Promenade
Artist: Kala Stein
I chose this set of vases because I want to incorporate some unnatural edges within one of my vases. I want to become familiar with a different style of assembly other than just wheel thrown. These vases were slip casted, and I know that I want to either slip cast, or slump mold one of my pieces, however I don’t know which one I will be more successful at. But hey, I guess it’s all a learning experience.