Ceramic artists who use texture

When students hear the words, “clay,” or, “ceramics,” they often think of pinch pots, mugs, and bowls.

While all of these items are examples of ceramics pieces, there is so much more for students to learn and explore.

Here are 10 ceramics artists who are using clay in new and interesting ways. Your students are going to love them.

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Ceramic artists who use texture

Noriko Kuresumi

Kuresumi works in porcelain, and her work is almost all white. Drawing inspiration from the sea, she creates what appear to be thin clay layers that cast playful shadows, creating miniature worlds.

Her artist statement is only a few lines in length and reads, “The sea is the origin of life. All lives are connected and have been supporting each other. I create my work by imagining the source of harmony and balance of the ocean.”

Explore her work by having students try to create fluid folds in clay by making and draping thin slabs.

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