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Discover the inspiring world of ceramic artistry through our “Ceramic Artists” category. Here, we delve into the creative minds of talented ceramic artists from various backgrounds and explore their unique techniques, styles, and artistic visions. This category features in-depth artist profiles, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes studio visits, offering an intimate glimpse into the lives and workspaces of these skilled artisans.
By showcasing a diverse range of artists, we aim to celebrate the versatility and beauty of ceramics as an art form. From traditional pottery to contemporary sculpture, our collection of articles highlights the richness of this ever-evolving medium. As you journey through the stories of these remarkable artists, you’ll gain valuable insights into their creative processes, sources of inspiration, and personal experiences in the world of ceramics.
Whether you’re an aspiring ceramic artist, a seasoned professional, or simply an enthusiast with a passion for beautiful clay creations, our “Ceramic Artists” category promises to captivate and inspire. Join us as we explore the captivating stories and exceptional work of these dedicated artists, and let their passion for ceramics spark your own creative journey.
Doyle Lane (1925–2002) Born in New Orleans, was an African-American ceramist recognized for his tactile glazes and inventive designs. From tiny vases and ceramic sculptures to large-scale clay paintings and mosaics, his work was diverse. Lane attended the University of Southern California and maintained a studio in the East Los Angeles neighborhood of El Sereno. … Read more
Karen Karnes was an American ceramist, best known for her wheel-thrown functional pottery, salt-glazed, earth-toned stoneware ceramics, and her experiments with wood firing and sculptural pottery. She was born in 1925 in New York City, where she attended art schools for children. Her garment worker parents were Russian and Polish Jewish immigrants, and the family … Read more
Linna Vogel von Fogelstein Irelan (1846 – 1914) was an American potter and author who was born in Germany. She was the first woman in California to work in ceramics and use purely California clays and materials. She founded the first art pottery west of Ohio and won numerous gold medals under the name of … Read more
Wayne Higby (born 1943) is one of the most innovative second-generation artists to come out of the post-World War II American ceramic movement. Wayne Higby is a Professor and director at Ceramic Art at Alfred University and Museum. Higby is best known for making earthenware vessels and sculptures that involve spatial relationships with glazed landscape … Read more
Edith Kiertzner Heath (Edith Heath was born on May 24, 1911 – December 27, 2005) was an American studio potter and founder of Heath Ceramics in Sausalito, California. Edith Heath is well known for her avant-garde, minimalist mid-century modern ceramic tableware, including “Heathware,” and architectural tiles. Heath was a pioneer in advancing the evolution of … Read more
Chris Gustin is an American ceramicist born 1952 in Chicago, Illinois. Gustin’s art is based on the human form, as evidenced by the shape, color, and scale of the pieces. Gustin creates sensual, curvaceous objects that speak to the human figure as well as the artist’s hand. Chris received his BFA from the Kansas City … Read more
John Parker Glick (1938-2017) was a ceramic artist who lived in the United States. John Glick is best known for his innovative one-of-a-kind dinnerware designs, influenced by the decorative patterns and glaze selections of Japanese pottery. John was born in Detroit, Michigan, and died in Walnut Creek, California. He earned his MFA from Cranbrook Academy … Read more
Melvino Garretti (born 1946 in Los Angeles) is an American multidisciplinary artist who works in ceramics, painting, and performance. We know Garretti’s artworks for their abstract motif, which often includes a variety of colorful emblematic shapes, symbols and often includes spikes, spiral forms, and jagged edges. Garretti is a 1978 MFA graduate of San Francisco … Read more
Laura Anne Fry was an American artist who specialized in wood carving, ceramics, and china painting. Laura Fry was born just outside of Lafayette, Indiana, in 1857. Laura worked at both the Rookwood Pottery Company and the Lonhuda Pottery Company as a ceramic painter and teacher. She received a patent for a mouth-blown atomizer, which … Read more
Michael Frimkess is an American ceramic artist who lives in Venice, California. Frimkess is best known for employing forms from Greek, Chinese, and Indigenous American antiquity on pottery. Michael Frimkess was one of the youngest artists to study with ceramic tradition maestro Peter Voulkos at the Otis Art Institute, where he was one of the … Read more