156 - David W. Bolton, Paisley Yunomi Tumbler, Value: $75

156

Title:  Paisley Yunomi Tumbler

Artist:    David W. Bolton

Media:  Wood-Fired Porcelain

Dimensions:  4.5" x 3.5" x 2"

Value: $75

"In my work I reference textile patterns and patterns from other sources and apply them to the “fabric” of the clay. Often these patterns are tessellations, patterns that repeat and go on and on, only to be met with a seam, a lip, a foot and then continue on in the next panel in a different direction. Many of these patterns are nostalgic to me, such as paisleys, plaids, checkerboard, hound’s-tooth, and other loud patterns I was introduced to through 70s clothing. The patterns are created digitally and then wood fired. The idea of new and old process fascinates me, but in the end it is the variation in color and soft flowing kiln atmosphere that blurs the tight edge designs that pleases me most. The firing gives the “fabric” a sense of time and wear like an old work shirt, albeit a fancy work shirt."

David W. Bolton earned a BFA in art from University of Evansville and MFA in ceramics from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. He exhibits in national and invitational shows including Negotiated Relationships at Ralph Arnold Gallery, Loyola University, and the 2015 Yunomi Invitational in AKAR Gallery, Iowa City. His work is featured in articles for Ceramics Monthly, 500 Teapots by Suzanne J.E. Tourtillott, Clay Times, and the New York Times.  He is currently associate ceramics professor at College of Lake County, Grayslake, IL.

http://www.davidwbolton.com/

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