What kind of ceramic is trend this year? What colours predominate? What are they characterized? If you ask all these questions, this post explains it. We present you a selection of ceramic designers that you should follow in Instagram. In their profiles you will find ideas, techniques and trendy styles. In addition, they are an example of how to develop effective communication through this social network, being an example of know-how.
12 profiles of ceramic designers to follow in Instagram:
Tortus
In Tortus we find Eric Landon, a young master potter of Copenhagen. From the age of 16 he began to work the ceramics and graduated from the Danish School of Design in Copenhagen. Since its beginnings he has constantly perfected his pieces, both in form and technique. His works are a benchmark in quality and internationally recognized. The secret is the dedication to the modern adaptation of the traditional methods.
Innovation is present in the search for new designs and challenges. For Eric, the fact of manually elaborating each one of his pieces allows to connect with the past. It thus prints the timeless stamp of the artist, resulting in a unique piece. In addition, it presents a careful aesthetic, coherent in each one of the elements. These values are transmitted in all phases of communication: web, social profiles, workshops, exhibitions …
Jono
Straight and simple lines are the essence of Jono designs. Starting from this base, it focuses on the experimentation of colours, textures and scales to create handmade pieces. Grey and white tones are intermixed with shapes, occasionally drifting into greens and blues. “The first time I sat on a potter’s wheel I felt at home, it was natural and comfortable. Since then, I’ve been doing it every day, “says Jono.
After the apparent minimalism we find elaborate details. Not for this we must believe that they are less functional. Each of its pieces is designed to be used and accompany us throughout the day, from breakfast to bedside table.
Susan Simonini
The Australian Susan Simonini is one of the ceramic designers that we must follow closely. With a long experience as a painter, decided in 2013 start with the pottery.
It is based on the nature and the local landscape to elaborate its pieces. Without an a priori design, the elaboration process itself determines the final form. The result is objects with a lot of character, ranging from works of art to functional pieces.
The irregularity of the edges and the combination of green, blue and pink colors are some of the elements that best define it.
Guille García
Guille García is one of the best known ceramic designers of Spain. It uses porcelain as the basis of its creations, being known for the pieces with animal shapes. Their designs cover different scales, from sherds to pendants, through wall hangers.
In his Instagram you will find pieces placed in real spaces, ideas of decoration and a personal perspective.
Derek Wilson
Halfway between potter and conceptual artist we find Derek Wilson. From his workshop in Belfast he produces geometric and daring pieces. Starting from the use of the lathe, following the traditional techniques, it manufactures a range of objects that look for the limits of the ceramics.
Without losing sight of the minimalist style, Derek Wilson works the porcelain to be used in everyday life. Therefore, it is a source of inspiration for ceramists from all over the world. Through his Instagram profile you will be able to know in more detail the quality of the designs.
Yonobi
Yonobi is a global market for the art of ceramics. It brings together talented independent artists with pottery lovers from around the world, who value craftsmanship, quality and originality. The name of ‘Yo no bi’ is an expression of the popular Japanese tradition of craftsmanship that means “finding beauty in the usage”. Nanna, is the creator of this platform, because she is a fan of the art of ceramics and wanted to offer advice and commercial support to all these artists. Currently there are pieces of more than 30 artisans, where we can find from bowls, cups, pots, unique pieces, plates, teapots, vases …
What makes it so special is the uniqueness of each object, due to a careful selection of artisans who have been able to convert everyday objects into art. In addition, there is the possibility of doing ceramics workshops, so if you are interested, you will have to go to Copenhagen.
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For now, we leave it here. The post has been very long, so next Thursday we will continue with the second part and we will introduce new ceramic designers. See you in the next post 😉
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