Ceramics Monthly is your window to the world of studio ceramics.
Whether it’s traditional or contemporary in approach, ceramic art is continually evolving and expanding—and so is Ceramics Monthly. With material based firmly in tradition, with thought and theory always reaching toward the future, ceramic art is increasingly relevant to modern culture. Ceramics Monthly brings those relevant contemporary issues to you as a maker, educator, student, collector or enthusiast of ceramic art.
We honor the efforts of those making ceramic art and craft, from artists committed to tradition to those carrying ceramic art into the future. From the kick wheel to the rapid prototyping machine, Ceramics Monthly presents the broadest view of current ceramic studio practice available. That’s why Ceramics Monthly has earned its reputation as the world’s largest and most comprehensive ceramic arts magazine.
Ceramics Monthly is filled cover to cover with the information, insights, and innovations that can mean so much to your success in the world of ceramic arts. Each beautifully illustrated issue is a delight to your eye and an inspiration to your creative spirit.
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April 2010 Focus: Summer Workshops Sometimes, the harder you hit a problem, the tougher it gets. But almost always, putting yourself among other people who care about the same things you do will help you see things differently. Someone will suggest something you never thought to try. Someone has had the very same problem. Realizing that you are not special in this way is, well, special. One of the best ways to put yourself in a situation like this is to attend a workshop—and this summer is chock full of them!—Sherman Hall, Editor on the cover: Tea set, 17 in. (44 cm) in width stoneware, porcelain, 2006; by Po-Ching Fang, Taiwan. |
More than just a magazine
Innovative techniques
Every issue of Ceramics Monthly includes world-class artists who share expert advice and techniques. What’s the next breakthrough in your art? Perhaps you’ll find it in one of the “Monthly Methods” or maybe in a suggestion from one of our readers.
Inspiring artists
If you need a jump-start for your work, the artists in CM are ready to help. You’ll find their stories filled with inspirational information you can use in the studio. Vivid images reflect gallery-quality work that will open your eyes to a world of possibilities.
Check out a sample: “The Art of Function and the Function of Art,” by Euan Craig
Exhibition coverage
Keep up with the latest in ceramic art. CM’s in-depth reviews of preeminent contemporary shows provide great insights into the work of current artists. You’ll love the informative details and comments our seasoned experts provide.
Clay and Glaze Recipes
If you aren’t the type to get involved in the science and math of glaze calculation, there is always the empirical testing of recipes provided by featured artists. Whether you mix your own clay and glazes or purchase ready-made, the recipes in CM will help you understand ceramic materials and how they work together. For example, in an excerpt from “Mid-Range Reduction Firing: It’s Not Just Cooler, It’s Cool,” John Britt discusses the variables necessary to understand firing at different temperatures. He also provides a side-by-side comparison between test tiles and recipes for the same glaze types at cone 10 and cone 6.
Technical Studies
Regardless of the type of work you make, there is a lot to know about how to successfully make ceramic art. From material to technique, from forming to finishing to firing, CM breaks down complicated issues between science and art so you can find your own success in the studio. Check out “Striving for Perfection: Energy Efficiency and Combustion,” by Hal Frenzel, to learn about firing atmospheres, atmospheric controls, and to see an example of how one glaze does different things in different atmospheres.
Events and Opportunities
Explore the world outside the studio and take advantage of one of the many events listed in each issue. Sign up for a workshop, exhibit your work, visit a gallery. Special annual listings include the only ceramics Gallery Guide, our comprehensive listings of Summer Workshops, as well as Residencies and Fellowships for ceramics. In or out of the studio, CM is the leader.
Every issue is packed with
- Focus: Articles range from professional advice from working artists to technological advancements in the field; from trends in community education to showcasing the work of emerging artists. CM covers the full breadth and depth of ceramic art.
- Answers: Our expert technical staff troubleshoots clay and glaze recipes, kiln firing and maintenance, best studio practices, health and safety issues, and much more.
- Suggestions: Studio tips from CM readers include time-saving methods, home-made clay tools, as well as energy- and money-saving ideas for the studio.
- Upfront: Exhibition reviews and announcements from current shows all over the world.Whether your’e looking for ceramic eye candy or aesthetic analysis, you’ll find both!
- Call for Entries: Your one-stop source for where to submit your work for inclusion in exhibitions, as well as fairs and festivals, in the USA and abroad.
- New Books: Recent publications for people who love clay, by people who know clay.
- Calendar: The most comprehensive list of conferences, exhibitions, workshops, fairs and more.
- Comment: Insightful opinion and reflection on a wide variety of topics related to studio ceramics. Sometimes controversial, sometimes familiar, but always thought provoking, the last page of the magazine is often the first page subscribers read!
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Best Regards,
Sherman Hall
Editor
