Category Archives: Painting

Proteas in the Blaaaaaaauwwwww Kiln!

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Kira Call Ceramics

  That was a snapshot of my studio shelf earlier this morning. Those pieces are all now in a bisque firing in our new Blaauw kiln. I have been working with a new flower theme lately– plants from the Proteaceae … Continue reading →

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Headachingly intricate flowers: my newest muse

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Kira Call Ceramics

I started drawing this magnolia flower before my trip to Milwaukee for #NCECA2014 and didn’t finish it until last week. I left it home while I was away on the trip, and didn’t pick it up for a few days … Continue reading →

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Project #JailhouseArtDemonstration: making new waves in the world of ceramic art!

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Kira Call Ceramics

  This is my newest orchid sculpture- I painted it with my underglazes, mixing the colors like paint. Mashima So, above is a link to my decorating style (Mashima)– it’s a short video clip on Instagram. I’ve been trying to … Continue reading →

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New designs! Lilies and Equisetum

Posted on March 9, 2014 by Kira Call Ceramics

  Alright, I’m taking my botanical illustration to a new level on my newest pots. I like to deviate from my main style every now and then. I came up with the red line drawing idea while I was in … Continue reading →

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Filling my life with bright happy colors! Some new photos from the studio

Posted on March 6, 2014 by Kira Call Ceramics

    Alright, here’s a challenge: try to guess where the photo of this teapot was taken… 3… 2… 1… nope. Not at the studio with the big pain in the ass setup. I took this photo in my bedroom, … Continue reading →

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One of those nights…

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Kira Call Ceramics

So, today is one of those thinking days… the kind where you remember good times, and also the people who hurt you. For me, I remembered a few people who I met in Auz. I also remembered a good old … Continue reading →

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I think… I’ve got the blue glaze I want :)

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Kira Call Ceramics

    I loaded a kiln on Friday night, fired for 9 hours and 25 minutes on Saturday, unloaded Sunday afternoon, and got the most exciting glaze results I’ve had in a while. I was literally jumping with joy while … Continue reading →

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Color tile testing– I think I’ve got what I want!

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Kira Call Ceramics

    So, I drew up my color tiles instead of making tiles and painting underglaze, doing inlay, waxing, and glazing them… I saved a bunch of time. My justification: it’s like choosing wallpaper. This isn’t a shortcut just to … Continue reading →

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Hey, all– here are a few new ideas out of my studio!

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Kira Call Ceramics

  I’m continuing the aloe surface design, because it seems to be successful. The form design, however, is brand new! Lately I have been making a lot of lattes and cappuccinos at home, so I decided it would be a … Continue reading →

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15 Days Left in Lismore– I might be getting attached

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Kira Call Ceramics

    Ok, so it has been a long time in the making, but I think I finally almost feel comfortable here. Yes, a car and a job and maybe an off-college living situation would make me even more comfortable, … Continue reading →

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