137º Ceramic Art Studio Blog

All the latest news about courses, events and ideas we come up with at 137º Ceramic Art Studio

 

This is a blog devoted to the ceramic art and craft community in Barcelona. We do our best to provide information about upcoming exhibitions and events; introductions to clay techniques; artist residency opportunities and basically everything we find interesting in the world of ceramics!

In our studio in Barcelona you can develop your art as a ceramicist and learn the techniques that you need to work with clay.

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Journalling exercises are a hot topic in 2021. I mentioned in a previous article on that journalling is a powerful tool to record your ideas and make room in your head for new inspiration for your art practice. ...

12 August, 2021

The subject of ceramics in art history opens a door to an entire genre: Still Life art, which became an influential genre in the16th century....

21 July, 2021

The psychology of ceramics and food is a big topic of interest in the world of art and science. Whether you are going to a trendy restaurant, or throwing a dinner party at home, the dinnerware performs a significant role in exciting the people at...

29 June, 2021

3D printed ceramics create a beautiful synergy between past and future, hand-made vs the machine, spontaneity and control. 137° Ceramic Art Studio interviews the wonderful team, Raul, Jude and Valeria at Coudre Studio, our neighbouring creatives in the Poblenou district....

18 June, 2021

When we combine ceramics and the macabre, we are not only challenging the way we perceive the art of pottery, but also daring to oppose the role of ceramics for their beauty, elegance and delicate nature....

10 June, 2021

What is inspiration? When I search the word ‘inspire’ in the online dictionary, I am shown two results, one modern (a) and the other archaic (b): a. to 'fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.’...

30 May, 2021

Fashion and ceramics is an inspiring synergy of two different worlds. The contrast of flexible, flowing fabric with the toughness and strength of ceramics can create an intriguing harmony when it comes to what we wear....

23 May, 2021

Knowing how to photograph your ceramics effectively will make a huge impact on attracting your audience and developing the look and feel of your brand....

09 May, 2021

The symbolism of clay is full of vibrant references to mother nature; everything our body needs to survive comes from the minerals found on this planet, and each variety of clay contains different ratios of these vital minerals, supplying humankind with a natural medicine....

29 April, 2021