No matter if you are a beginner or an expert in ceramics, here you will find very interesting information about this practice, from its history and techniques to its most outstanding trends and artists.
Translated by Nick R It is not surprising that, apart from its gastronomy, landscapes, architecture, and culture, Europe also stands out when it comes to ceramics. In fact, some European countries such as Spain, Italy, Germany, France, and Holland are internationally recognized for their role in the history of artisanal ceramics and their remarkable creations […]
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Translated by Nick R The word temper may sound out of place when talking about ceramics, and that should create a lot of questions within you. But, don’t worry! Today we will explain everything you need to know about tempering agents, what they are, their types and uses, and more. And without further ado, let’s
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Even if we are not aware of it, ceramics accompany us in every moment of our life, because most households own ceramic objects. Ceramic works have existed for centuries and are now not only made by hand but also industrially manufactured. Ceramic items in your kitchen What comes to mind when you think of ceramic
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Boshan Museum of Ceramic Art and Colored Enamel – China This museum opened in September 2007. As its name suggests, this museum is divided into two important sections: Ceramic Art and Colored Enamel. Among the exhibits at the Pottery Museum, you can find cultural relics collected and exhibited by the Boshan State government and society.
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The world of ceramics is very diverse and has evolved so much over time. There are thousands of ways to make and decorate pieces today. You can leave them in their natural state or fire them and add the colors you want. However, there are increasing advances in technology and materials that you can use
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What is contemporary ceramic? Contemporary ceramics is the evolution of traditional ceramics in harmony with man, technology and science. All pieces or objects of contemporary ceramics are characterized by their abstract shapes and designs. There is no exact place of origin for this art, but there is an exact time of origin for contemporary ceramics.
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As lovers of ceramics, we know that you can create really beautiful objects with this great technique. That’s why today we present you 15 ceramic gift ideas that will surprise you. Ceramic religious figurines We start with this beautiful gift, ideal for people connected to their religion. Normally these people collect figures e.g. B. of
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Did you know that we could learn about the development of an entire culture from a simple piece of pottery? It is the same with Greek culture, which ceramics brings us closer to thanks to its knowledge of art and its way of capturing history. In what year did ceramics come to Greece? Thanks to
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Did you know that the only way to make ceramics is to model them with your own hands? You can also use plaster molds to make countless identical pieces. Ceramic molds in plaster Why plaster? Because when dry, it has a porous structure that aids in the drying process of the clay. The plaster will
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Impressing with stamp technique To carry out the stamping technique, you need a stamp with a fine or blunt tip. Once you own this tool, all you have to do is follow these simple steps: When the piece is just being modeled and the clay is still fresh, take the stamp and gently, but at
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