Description
Artist Statement:
I am exploring the relationship between structure and surface by working with the luminous character of porcelain in which the hand built abstract shapes function as vessels for light. The structural forms have evolved from my interest in architecture, garment patterns, shells and leaf curls, and I am incorporating the flow of water currents in my most recent work. Textural surfaces are influenced by textiles, weaving and basketry, in which structure and surface are integrated. This series of light sculptures investigates how vitrified porcelain responds to light: reflected in the visible interior spaces and passing through the thin walls to reveal imprinted patterns. – Silvana Michetti
22nd Biennial Juried Exhibition: Mind and Matter
Jurors: Julie Moon, ceramic artist, Toronto and Laura Kukkee, head of ceramics Sheridan College, Oakville – from October to December 2023
Care & Use: Includes installed lamp fixture at the base: 40 watt LED bulb and socket and electrical plug with 6 foot white cord and switch. Electrical components are not waterproof. Use a damp cloth (and mild soap if needed) to clean the porcelain.
Material: Each ceramic light sculpture is unique and hand built from thin slabs of impressed porcelain clay. The translucent porcelain is eggshell smooth, unglazed to highlight the luminous textures and is fully vitrified in the kiln firing.
Measurement (in.): D4.3 x W5.1 x H7
Weight (lb.): Up to 5
SKU: 058009