Nathan Murray creates groupings of figure sculptures that explore the intersection of race, class, and culture in America. In our Tales of a Red Clay Rambler interview we talk about his Color Theory series, and using non ceramic materials to create realistic skin tones.

Thanks to Jennifer Vogel for the write up about the Brickyard Network in American Craft. You can find our shows on podcast apps and follow along at www.brickyardnetwork.org

Lebrillo Basin. Attributed to Damián Hernández 1660–80. Puebla, Mexico. Check out @historyofceramics.bsky.social #historyofceramics

Redware plates and chargers. #redware #plates #pottery

In honor of Black History Month, this is ceramic sculptor Nathan Murray's commissioned portrait of Malcolm X, in honor of Malcolm X's induction into the NE Hall of Fame. Done in clay, final sculpture in bronze. Image of Nathan with the in-progress sculpture.

Brad Klem’s porcelain forms are decorated with wild life, disposable plastic products, and corporate logos drawing attention to the human impact on climate change. In our interview we talk about his ice bag series and the challenge of casting the piece. #talesofaredclayrambler bit.ly/BradKlem

Another really useful #starterpack for anyone interested in libraries, museums, galleries and archives. Wait, this feels targeted... go.bsky.app/HPQsZAu

Just saw that ceramist HP Bloomer is facing cancer treatment. Read more at the link. None of us like to ask for help, but he's had to do a Go Fund Me. If you're able to help, any donation is helpful. www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...

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Electric Kiln 101 with Theo Uliano. We talk about the questions you need to ask when buying a new kiln and how to troubleshoot poor kiln performance. bit.ly/TheoUliano #talesofaredclayrambler