Ceramics

  • Tiger & Gecko Sgraffito Bowls

      Title of Art Piece: Tiger & Gecko Sgraffito Bowls Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Natalie Farren School: Homer High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: The inspiration behind my ceramic work originated from an artist local to my area named Jeff Szarzi. He uses a mainly black and white sgraffito, which pictures Alaska’s wildlife and beauty. A goal I had was to create bowls that were not only visually appealing, but also easy to eat out of. Which is something that Szarzi does very well in order for his pieces to be functional for everyday use. In contrast to his work, my bowls are themed around a rainforest/jungle ecosystem. I wanted the tiger and gecko to be the main figures, while the matching landscape bowls complimented…

  • Hello Kitty

      Title of Art Piece: Hello Kitty Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Anthoney Stevens Slocum School: Kenny Lake School Grade: 10th Artist Statement: I like Hello Kitty and the design seemed distinctive. Artwork Dimensions: 7 1/2 inches in circumference   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Prehistoric

      Title of Art Piece: Prehistoric Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Emily Tibor School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: I made a set of cups thrown on the wheel. The earthen colored clay is meant to represent the sturdy ground I live on. The print is inspired by stone paintings from long ago and ancient caves. Ceramics have been with humans for thousands and thousands of years. This piece recognizes that history. Artwork Dimensions: 6 inches high by 4 iches deep   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Bones

      Title of Art Piece: Bones Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Keira Brandon School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: Bones are rigid and unmoving while the body is ever changing and fluid. I wanted to represent this through my ceramics. I created different bones and displayed them in a mobile. The bones are constantly in motion, always moving, but never changing their form. I combined basic wood working with my beading tradition. The bones are also layered with ink. I bought a cracking mid fire glaze. After the glaze firing, I sponged ink into the cracks to reveal them more. The colors are black and white, creating a stunning and bold scuplture. Artwork Dimensions: 24 inches tall by 6 inches wide by 6 inches…

  • Berry Delicious

      Title of Art Piece: Berry Delicious Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Justin Dulatre School: Service High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: I created a functional berry basket and strainer set inspired by the natural environment and traditions of Alaska. Berry picking is an important activity in many Alaskan communities, connecting people to the land, the seasons, and the cultural practices that been passed down through generations. I wanted my work to reflect both the beauty and the usefulness of that experience. Artwork Dimensions: 6 inches by 6 inches by 6 inches   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Arvan

      Title of Art Piece: Arvan Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Mary Stordahl School: West Valley High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: Wheel thrown, textured, cone 6 glaze fired. I enjoyed doing the texture on this piece. Artwork Dimensions: 10×11   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Midnight Sun

      Title of Art Piece: Midnight Sun Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Wilson Rasic School: West Valley High School Grade: 11th Artist Statement: Wheel thrown in pieces and assembled. Cone 6 clay, painted. I was interested in larger scale forms which must be assembled after firing due to the size of the school kilns. Artwork Dimensions: 45 x 13   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • Rustic Teapot

      Title of Art Piece: Rustic Teapot Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Ole Schuldt School: West Valley High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: This is a wheel thrown piece that was altered after. Cone 6 fired gray and red clay. Clear glaze on top. Artwork Dimensions: 5×5   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork

  • The Many of Me

      Title of Art Piece: The Many of Me Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Anelyn Holland School: Galena City Schools Grade: 10th Artist Statement: My artwork is a clay piece with three depictions of myself standing in a triangle formation wearing different outfits. I began the process of making this piece by sketching my ideas in my sketchbook. Next, I shaped the clay into spheres and cubes. I scored, connected and shaped the clay pieces. After letting the clay dry, I painted it with acrylic paint and finished it with two coats of glaze. I was inspired by the designs of Funko Pops, the different variations of their characters. My goal was to make something that looked like me. I accomplished my goal because you can…

  • Black & White Teapot

      Title of Art Piece: Black & White Teapot Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Avon Yocum School: Palmer High School Grade: 11th Artist Statement: This year I spent a lot of time on the pottery wheel and wanted to challenge myself with something new. I decided to make a teapot and spent many hours keeping the pot moisture just right so I could attach the spot and fit the lid. It was definitely a learning process. I really liked the way it turned out, even the glaze was evenly applied and added to the shape of the piece. It was the first time fitting a handle to my pot and that also took some time to learn. This teapot jump started a journey into making larger…

  • Dad’s Tomato Sauce

      Title of Art Piece: Dad’s Tomato Sauce Category: Ceramics Student/Artist’s Name: Elizabeth Johnson School: North Pole High School Grade: 12th Artist Statement: This piece is part of a collection made to match my families recipes over the years. This is a utensil holder inspired by my dad's tomato sauce that was always found on the stove in my childhood. Artwork Dimensions: 5 1/2 Inches High X 5 Inches Wide   Additional Images:    Adjudicate Artwork