Utopic Impulses: Contemporary Ceramics Practice brings together ten essays and twenty artist projects to explore ceramics as a socially responsible practice. By framing particular ceramics practices as utopic impulses; this anthology envisions new and stimulating conceptions of how studio ceramics contribute to the social and political fabric of their time. The ten essays by artists and theorists well-known in the field; including Paul Mathieu (2007 Saidye Bronfman Award winner) and Leopold Foulem; make a case for the importance and value of studio ceramics in the public sphere. The artist projects in Utopic Impulses; reflect influences and contexts arising from both local and global concerns. Drawing from a full spectrum of examples; the projects include functional wares; design for industry; conceptual; community-based projects and large-scale installations by artists such as Greg Payce; Jeannie Mah; Sin-Ying Ho; Thrse Chabot; Jamelie Hassan; Anne Ramsden; Diane Sullivan and Les Manning. Each artist project consists of generous visual documentation supported by an artist statement. While the majority of contributors are Canadian; several are from Australia; Ireland and the UK. Bringing together innovative and forward-thinking examples of theory; history and studio practice; this volume will appeal to students; practitioners and educators in the fields of contemporary visual arts; ceramics and craft culture in general.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Great photos; great stories; bad on KindleBy R. RyanThe Kindle Edition leaves a lot to be desired. Its mostly a picture book of Glen Dennys photos (which are amazing) but you get the feeling youre staring at postage stamps. You have to long-press every image and then hit the magnifying glass to see the zoomed in version. could have done a much better job with the Kindle app but they appear to have stopped making significant changes to it for the past year or so.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. He said it is the best gift weve ever given himBy K. VoglerI bought this book for my Uncle; who climbed Yosemite in the 60s. He has gone through the book multiple times. He said it is the best gift weve ever given him.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy D. VascWonderful account of the Yosemite climbers with stunning photography by Glenn Denny.