The sculptural clay vessels are inspired by ancient artifacts and architecture. The artwork is created using slab construction and wheel methods and has been fired using raku along with other ceramic firing techniques.
Images of Steve’s ceramics have been in three books published by Lark Books: 500 Tiles, 500 Vases & 500 raku. His work has also been selected to be included in the upcoming book, 21st Century Ceramics.
Breakthrough Abstract Pantings by Becka Strachan
Becka, who is best known for her art clothing, "eye4dtale", will exhibit her original breakthrough paintngs. Becka says, "I like to start with acrylic paint and add unusual items such as cloth, newspaper, thread and modeling paste. My subject matter is usually abstract and many times loosely defined. Color is my favorite element for my work and I usually include lots of vibrant hues. Seeing how people react to my work is a thrill!
Pillows, Purses Jewelry by Suzi Emley
Suzi uses many fabrics found during her travels to Paris in her purses & pillows. Exciting new jewelry designs will also be unveiled. Get ready for Spring!
FROM SUZI: When I sit down to design a piece of jewelry I never know how it will
look until it is finished. I may have an idea of what I'd like to do, but that can change during the process. Inspiration comes from everywhere--sometimes just having many beads lying around on the table together will lend itself to creativity-- ideas I would not have thought of if the beads were not just scattered here and there.
The same concept applies to the design of my pillows and purses. The juxtaposition of fabrics inspires the creation and design of my pieces. I usually do not know what a purse or pillow will look like until it is completely finished.
My travels in the U.S. and Europe give me new ideas for creating jewelry and purses and I acquire most of my fabrics while traveling.
April 2-30, 2011
The Orchard Gallery of Fine Art
6312-A Covington Road
Fort Wayne, IN
260-436-0927
www.theorchardgallery.com
OPEN:
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 10-5
Tues & Thurs: 10-7
Cost: No Charge
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