Ann Van Hoey at Tortus Copenhagen

Belgian potter Ann Van Hoey will be presenting some of her latest work for a solo show at the Tortus boutique @ Tortus Copenhagen March 20 - April 26 /2015. Ann will be present for the opening of March 20 from 4 till 8 pm.

This is only one of many shows Ann is having this year ... if you would like to know what Ann is up to ... please subscribe to her newsletter @ http://www.annvanhoey-ceramics.be/

Badstuestræde 17
1209 København K
DK
hello@tortus-copenhagen.com
http://tortus-copenhagen.com/

Ann Van Hoey Ceramics - Social Clay

 

Ann is a Belgian ceramic artist who transforms clay into highly modern pieces while still retaining the raw and simple aspect of this humble material. This series has a deep message but also tons of humor!

"As ceramist we practice one of the oldest professions in the world, yet we live in a fast changing society in which technology controls our daily lives.

Nowadays the existence of smart phones and tablets allows that the digital world and its social media to intrude upon the inventive live of the artisan. It is a challenge to integrate the modern, very fast, technological lifestyle into the slow, meticulous craft of ceramics. I made a series of work, attempting to reconcile the two worlds."

This post via Ann's website

http://www.annvanhoey-ceramics.be/social-clay.html

Jos Devriendt Vases

Beautiful vases by Belgian designer Jos Devriendt. The above picures (and more) courtesy of Los Angeles Gallery MATIN.

D&M : From Clay to Art, Concept to Design

Belgian supplier D&M, a market leader in Europe for all modern pottery and tableware. “From Clay to Art”, “Concept to Design”. The most creative Belgian minds provide a stylish return to the essence of things. Pure materials and natural feels. D&M embraces the power of simplicity.

Industrieweg 23 - 2630 Aartselaar - Belgium
T +32 (0)3 888 42 00.
F +32 (0)3 844 84 85
mail: info@dmdepot.be

http://www.dmdepot.be/

Ronald van der Hilst - Part 2 (planters)

This post & more via http://www.ronaldvanderhilst.com/

Humble Ceramics

Love these simple, earthy ceramics made here in Los Angeles.

“The simplicity comes from my own preference and frustrations (of what I don’t see in the market place) as handmade pottery has a tendency – in my opinion – to be too busy (in colors and shapes). The simplicity of the piece allows for the element that is put inside to shine.”

And with most pieces ranging from $25-$50, they’re totally affordable (mother’s day, ahem). If you’re interested in purchasing or finding out more you can email Delphine at austerechic@gmail.com. She’s also looking for stores to carry the pieces.

This post via http://laurejoliet.com/blog

More @ http://humbleceramics.blogspot.com/

Patrick Van Overloop (Ceramics)

Just wanted to share some of my favorite pieces from Belgian artist potter Patrick Van Overloop. As in everything, we must be able to pick and choose using our aesthetic resonance, so these are my favorite pieces ...

Jos Devriendt - The end of the vase

Jos Devriendt is a Belgian potter/artist who designs and creates ceramic vases (amongst other things). His exhibition "The end of the vase" was a survey of his twenty year quest for design, aesthetics and symbolism. And his remarkable analysis of this search was his decision to leave the flowers where they are; in nature. Or, how an ending can be something hopeful.

More of his work can be seen at the Matin Gallery, a stunning Los Angeles Gallery specializing in minimalist ceramic and furniture designed and created by artists.

More info at http://www.matin-gallery.com/

Pierre Culot - Master Potter

Belgian born Pierre Culot is a master potter! Born in 1938, he started his formation at the age of 16, which included apprenticeships with mentors in the art of ceramics such as Anglo-Japanese master potter Bernard Leach, and Japanese master potter Shoji Hamada. Having traveled to India and Africa (Congo, Rwanda-Burundi), assimilating traditional pottery and architecture, Pierre Culot eventually opened his own studio, in Brussels, in 1961. He started showing his work in various shows and exibitions all around Europe, since 1962.

More at http://www.pierreculot.com/