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Fine art for an everyday purpose ... ceramics and commentary by Amy Higgason
About Me
Contact Info:
- Email: amyhiggason@yahoo.com
- Address: 7744 Pigeon Road, Lake Tomahawk, WI 54539
Artist Blogs & Websites
- Ana Reinert
- Betty J. Christian
- Bob Atkins
- Brad Davis
- Carol Parks
- Debra Ketchum Jircik
- Diana Fayt
- Emily Murphy
- Gary Jackson
- Janice Zindel
- Joan Slack
- Julia Galloway
- Kathy Furda
- Kristen Kieffer
- Linda Starr
- Mary Burns
- Northwoods Art Tour
- pica+pixel
- Roberta Polfus Ceramics
- Roberta Polfus Illustration
- Ruchika Madan
- Urban Bird
Artist Statement
Throwing clay is exhilarating. On the first night I sat at a potter’s wheel, the feeling of wet clay spinning through my fingers drew me in. With my hands I can form a bowl, cup or plate from a lump of clay. Years later, it still amazes me.
I was strictly a two-dimensional artist until I touched clay. Now I wrap illustrations and patterns around three-dimensional forms. The marriage of two disciplines fascinates me. Creating the right balance is my focus.
My choices are influenced by my surroundings. I walk in the woods looking for unexpected bursts of color. I stalk antique stores searching for fresh forms. I touch produce at the market. I observe patterns in textiles and architecture. I study well-made objects.
The reward is hearing that my piece has in a special spot in someone’s home, but is also used at their table. Decorative. Functional. Fine art for an everyday purpose.
I was strictly a two-dimensional artist until I touched clay. Now I wrap illustrations and patterns around three-dimensional forms. The marriage of two disciplines fascinates me. Creating the right balance is my focus.
My choices are influenced by my surroundings. I walk in the woods looking for unexpected bursts of color. I stalk antique stores searching for fresh forms. I touch produce at the market. I observe patterns in textiles and architecture. I study well-made objects.
The reward is hearing that my piece has in a special spot in someone’s home, but is also used at their table. Decorative. Functional. Fine art for an everyday purpose.
4 comments:
Wow Amy, they all came out great - I just love your candlesticks and ornaments. Such beautiful shapes and textures and glazes. I was wondering if the nichrome wire would hold the ornaments up in the firing - I guess it is stronger than it looks - what gauge did you use?
Looking good! My fav is candle holder on the far left with the scalloped pattern at the bottom. Nice!
I am not sure what gauge the wire is. I have had them so long I wouldn't know where to find the paperwork. I'm guessing it is close to 1/8" thick if that helps. Some of the wires have bent during the firing, but none ever enough to do any damage to a piece. I only hung one ornament per wire because they are fairly large. When I make beads I load them up.
Those ornaments look great! Nicely done.
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