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Clay

Clay is used extensively in the creation of pottery and construction products, from bricks to wall and floor tiles. Different types of clay are combined with various minerals and are subjected to specific firing conditions to produce stoneware, earthenware and porcelain.

Ceramicist, Steve Brown on carving in character, the importance of self belief, and The Great Pottery Throw Down.

Potter, Steve Brown: The Great Pottery Throw Down.

17.03.2025

Ceramic vessels by Jo Woffinden casting intricate shadows, showcasing contemporary craft at the Harewood House Biennial.

Meet the maker: Ceramicist, Jo Woffinden.

03.10.2024

Colorful ceramic tiles showcasing geometric patterns and vibrant enamel glazes crafted by artist Laura Lightbody.

Meet the maker: Laura Lightbody.

11.09.2024

Rameshwari Jonnalagadda holding a clay 3D printed structure designed for efficient building cooling, showcasing innovative architectural solutions.

Graduate spotlight: Rameshwari Jonnalagadda.

07.08.2024

Bucharest ceramicist Sandra Berghianu poses in her studio surrounded by handmade pottery and art supplies.

Meet the maker: Ceramicist, Sandra Berghianu.

02.07.2024

Vibrant green and cream geometric zellige tiles arranged in a playful, modern pattern for dynamic interior design.

Zia Tile crafts a kaleidoscope of geometrics.

11.03.2024

Innovative terracotta structure with circular holes, designed for natural cooling and urban temperature management by TerraCool.

TerraCool harnesses natural cooling properties.

04.01.2024

Ceramic sound-absorbing tiles designed to reduce noise pollution, displayed at the Bartlett School of Architecture.

Interview: Yao Zheng and Jiade Wang of BSA.

26.05.2023

Sophie Farrar, a Sheffield ceramic artist, holds a textured black ceramic piece, showcasing her hand-building technique.

Meet the maker: Sophie Farrar.

03.03.2023

Sculptor Vic Wright in her studio, holding a piece of clay while surrounded by various sculpting materials.

Meet the maker: Sculptor, Vic Wright.

23.05.2022

Elegant 3D-printed sink by Kohler and Daniel Arsham, featuring a unique design with black faucet and textured surface.

Kohler x Daniel Arsham collaboration.

15.11.2021

Reiko Kaneko, a ceramicist, seated in her studio surrounded by colorful hand-crafted plates and ceramic art.

Meet the maker: Reiko Kaneko.

21.09.2021

Ceramicist Ryan Barrett holding a handcrafted vase in his studio, surrounded by artistic pottery and tools.

Interview: Ryan Barrett.

23.07.2021

Three uniquely designed 3D printed lamps made from recycled ceramics, showcasing sustainable and parametric design elements.

Reprint Ceramics: Sustainability & 3D printing.

20.05.2021

Colourful clay sculptures of coral reefs and sea life, showcasing intricate designs by Aardman Animations sculptor Lisa Stevens.

Colourful clay creations by Aardman sculptor.

04.03.2021

Innovative brick facade design of a modern building showcasing textured black bricks and large windows, reflecting contemporary architecture.

2019 Brick Awards.

04.12.2019

Contemporary kitchen with striking marble countertops and geometric design elements, showcasing 2019 CERSAIE interior design trends.

CERSAIE 2019 Italy.

19.11.2019

Elegant black chair with a pillow beside a lamp and textured gray wall, reflecting winter's earthy clay tones.

PORCELANOSA - Winter Trends.

31.10.2019

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