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Ten artists working within the context of contemporary ceramics explore the versatility of clay in an upcoming exhibition. As they near the completion of their BFA candidacy at the University of Florida, they present an exciting and diverse body of sculptures and pottery in “This Side Up,” an exhibition to be hosted by the WARPhaus Gallery in Gainesville.
Each artist approaches the clay in a unique way. Riley Kenney uses surrealistic imagery on hand-built pottery. Courtney Casto uses provocative metaphor to investigate feminist issues. Ka-Hei Fok explores origami cranes and the variety with which they can be arranged. Laura Smith uses the tradition of doll-making to address the nature of personal relationships. Ashley Jonas approaches difficult issues of childhood through illustration. Through detailed drawings, Andrew Cho studies social interaction. Ana Holmes’ sculptures address fairy tales and archetypical stories. Eva Hosein creates geometric. architectural formalware. Jackie Baiata makes decorative porcelain tableware . Emily Covell builds figurative sculptures which comment upon the roles of women in the workforce.
The WARPhaus Gallery is located at 818 NW 1st Ave, behind the Checkers. The opening reception will be from 7-9 PM on April 6th.
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