Introduction Blog Post
Hello, my name is Andrew. I am a fine arts major with an emphasis in ceramics. At this point in time I am not sure what I want to do with my degree, but I would like to create pieces that are useful in everyday life like plates, bowls, and mugs. A few of my hobbies include: gardening, bonsai, cooking, and video games. In the past I have taken mostly ceramics classes, mostly because I enjoy creating new pieces. I have taken a sculpture class, and I am currently taking photography and this art history class. Some of my favorite artists is Robin Furuta, Toshiko Takaezu, Ngozi Ukasu, William Daley, and Yamada Akihiro. Though these artists have different types of art and styles of art, I really enjoy the attention to detail in the line work within their pieces. Jade Cong, c.2500 B.C.E, 49cm. China, Liangzhu culture. I chose this piece because the method used to create it is very interesting. They were created using abrasion/sanding, this material would shatter if it was carved so...