China paint, luster, and cold-finishing techniques are used all over the world to finesse and highlight many qualities of the ceramic form. These surface decorations are used for expressing cultural heritage, storytelling, color theory and more. In this 2-hour demonstration workshop, Melanie will demonstrate how she marries the ceramic form and surface imagery with layer…

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Sep 2 – 6, 2024 | 9AM – 5PM Anderson Ranch Arts Center 5263 Owl Creek Road Snowmass Village, CO 81615 Concept Overglazes enhance ceramics with vibrant colors applied after the initial firing, adding intricate details through different application techniques. This workshop blends ceramics with imagery, exploring surface decorations using materials like overglazes, metallic lusters,…

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Abel Contemporary Gallery:https://www.abelcontemporary.com/artist/melanie-sherman Archie Bray Gallery:https://archiebraygallery.org/products/categories/melanie-sherman/ Belger Crane Yards Studio: https://belgerarts.org/melanie-sherman-1 Clay Akar: https://www.clayakar.com/collections/artist-melanie-sherman Edwardsville Arts Center: https://edwardsvilleartscenter-galleryshop.square.site/product/melanie-sherman-cup-i/620 In Tandem [Ceramics]: https://www.intandemgallery.com/melanie-sherman In Tandem [Jewelry]: https://www.intandemgallery.com/melanie-sherman-jewelry Radius Gallery: https://www.radiusgallery.com/artists/262-melanie-sherman/works/ Title: Navigating the Wonderland of Holiday Shopping Introduction: As the festive season approaches, the air is filled with excitement and anticipation, and what better way to…

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Opening Reception Friday, November 10, 2023 | 5 – 8 p.m. Opens ONLINE Saturday, November 11, 2023 Perhaps the simplest, most utilitarian vessel, the cup possesses an immense history and enormous formal variation. This exhibit showcases cups in their many forms by Chris Alveshere, Tom Bartel, Karl Borgeson, Winthrop Byers, Jeff Campana, Craig Clifford, Nick DeVries,…

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Hello Friend, Greetings from my Kansas City studio! Summer is slowly fading, where the days still carry the warmth of the season but the evenings hint at the approaching cooler weather. The dried up leaves are falling, but it’s still a good time to sit outside at night without a sweater. I’m debating whether or…

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Hello Friend, Greetings from my hot & humid Kansas City studio! Despite the heat, I’ve been firing a lot of kilns while creating a new body of work in the past few months. If you follow me on social media, you already know that I have switched up my studio practice a little bit by…

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Opening Reception: Thursday, August 31st, 2023, 5-7 pm August 31 – October 21, 2023 Bolton Davis Gallery at theRiver Oaks Square Arts Center 1330 Second Street Alexandria, LA 71301 318.473.2670 Phone Coming up at River Oaks Square Arts Center are three amazing exhibitions showcasing the brilliance and diversity of several esteemed artists: Melanie Sherman in…

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Clay, a malleable earth material that has been molded into various forms for centuries, holds an intrinsic charm. Among its many variations, speckled clay stands out as a testament to the Earth’s diverse creativity. The subtle yet captivating allure of speckled clay lies in its unique appearance, the processes that give rise to its distinctive patterns, and its significance in the realm of art and craft.

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17th Yunomi Invitational, Clay Akar, Iowa City

Late July 2023 Yunomi Invitational opens online only Friday at 10:00 AM CST. Show date TBD

Definition of Yunomi (U-No-Me): A cup with a trimmed or turned foot, without a handle. Unlike the more formal Chawan tea bowl, which is used during the Japanese tea ceremony, the Yunomi is made for daily (or informal) tea drinking. While a Chawan is not too tall and narrow for vigorous whisking of tea and is held with two hands, a Yunomi is taller and not as wide and used mostly to drink tea made with tea leaves and held with one hand.

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“Pentaculum is an invitational short-term residency at Arrowmont designed to provide artists with unfettered time and space to work alongside peers, friends and colleagues. Held annually in early January and mid-May, working artists in ceramics, fibers, metals, 2D, wood & sculpture, and writing spend a week at Arrowmont to work on independent projects. Pentaculum offers…

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Vase “Madame Bleu” (2023) Porcelain, Glaze, Vintage Decals, 24k German Gold Luster, Silicone, Swarovski Crystals 6 x 4 x 4 $225 Inventory | PLINTH Gallery – “Second Spring – Zweiter Frühling” | April 7 – May 27, 2023

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Save the dates!

I’m so excited to finally announce that the cups that I introduced to you a few weeks ago and had such a great response to will be showing at the following galleries:

April 7th – “Second Spring – Zweiter Frühling” at Plinth Gallery
April 12th – “The Functional Canvas VIII” at Charlie Cummings Gallery (opens 10AM online)

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Porcelain, a material that embodies sophistication and delicate craftsmanship, captivates hearts with its ethereal beauty and enduring appeal. This exquisite ceramic, renowned for its luminous translucency and refined textures, showcases the harmonious convergence of natural elements and human artistry, creating a symphony of elegance that has enraptured connoisseurs for centuries.

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In the realm of artistic expression and geological marvels, speckled clay emerges as a mesmerizing fusion of nature’s ingenuity and human craftsmanship. This distinct variant of clay, characterized by its scattered particles, evokes a sense of wonder through its unique appearance, intricate formation processes, and profound significance in the world of art and crafts.

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I’ve been working on these chalices for the past weeks and finally finished a few to show and tell! Here I applied some colored luster on the rim and it looks like glass. The platinum decals look like a mirror, not only showing what’s in front of it, but also revealing what’s underneath. Super happy…

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“Kiddush” Following an ancient custom from the days when wayfarers and the poor lodged in synagogues, some congregations recite the Kiddush at the end of the Friday evening service in the synagogue—except on the eve of Passover (Pesaḥ), when the recitation is reserved for the seder service. The Kiddush that is recited after the morning…

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Opening ONLINE on June 17th, 2022 at 10 AM CST Six of my Yunomis are available here: https://www.clayakar.com/collections/artist-melanie-sherman Definition of Yunomi (U-No-Me): A cup with a trimmed or turned foot, without a handle. Unlike the more formal Chawan tea bowl, which is used during the Japanese tea ceremony, the Yunomi is made for daily (or informal) tea drinking.…

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RECORDED WORKSHOP: HANDMADE CERAMIC JEWELRY WITH MELANIE SHERMAN Ceramic jewelry is HOT right now and we are really fortunate to have Melanie Sherman presenting the ways she makes her exquisite designs and incredible work. In this two-hour workshop, she will demonstrate the finer points of creating her forms, using marbled porcelain, and texturing for ice…

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In the realm of design and creation, the art of building complex forms using templates emerges as a versatile and ingenious approach. This method, which hinges on the synthesis of structure and creativity, enables designers, architects, and craftsmen to transform intricate ideas into tangible realities. The process encompasses the utilization of templates, precision engineering, innovation, and practicality, resulting in marvels that encapsulate the fusion of human ingenuity and technical prowess.

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5 November – 30 December 2021 This year more than 150 artists will contribute a massive array of eye-popping, affordable artworks to Radius Gallery’s 8th annual Holiday Show—making it a wonderful opportunity for collectors and gift-givers alike. New works will be introduced throughout the run of the show. Mark your Calendars! Nov 05 Exhibition opens (hopefully in-person…

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If you are looking for a piece of jewelry that you saw in our booth at the Holiday Mart KC this year, please email us with a description: info@melaniesherman.com – our online shop inventory is small and we usually do not list every single piece here, as all of them are one-of-a-kind and we are…

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China painting, a venerable art form that has flourished across cultures and epochs, stands as a testament to the human capacity to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. This delicate technique, which involves hand-painting intricate designs on porcelain surfaces, marries technical skill with boundless creativity. Rooted in both cultural traditions and artistic evolution, china painting embodies a timeless journey that interweaves history, aesthetics, and individual expression.

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Opening ONLINE on June 18th, 2021 at 10 AM CST Six of my Yunomis are available here: https://www.clayakar.com/collections/artist-melanie-sherman Definition of Yunomi (U-No-Me): A cup with a trimmed or turned foot, without a handle. Unlike the more formal Chawan tea bowl, which is used during the Japanese tea ceremony, the Yunomi is made for daily (or informal) tea drinking.…

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Mark your calendars for the opening of Radius Gallery’s 6th Annual Ceramics Invitational on April 23 & 24. We’re so excited about this year’s roster of amazing artists:

Katriona Drijber, Stuart Gair, Iva Haas, Clara Grace Hoag, Chris Kelsey, Brett Kern, Suze Lindsay, Courtney Murphy, David Regan, Andrew Rivera and Melanie Sherman

with a special appearance by Pablo Picasso

Offering a broad range of sculptural, functional and wearable ceramics, the exhibition represents an impressive snapshot of contemporary clay arts in America today. Please join us!

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Upcoming shows for 2021: River Oaks Art Center, Alexandria, Louisianariveroaksartscenter.com7th Annual Dirty South CupApril 9 – May 22, 2021 Radius Gallery, Missoula, Montana radiusgallery.com5th Annual Ceramics Invitational 24 April – 6 June 2020 Clay Akar, Iowa City clayakar.com15th Yunomi InvitationalOpening June 18th, 2021 Belger Crane Yard Gallery, Kansas City, Missouri belgerarts.org/belger-crane-yard-studios Still Shakin’ Opening November 5

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As a KCAC member and donating artist, I want to personally invite you to support the organization by bidding on some fabulous art. I am honored to be among the list of rock star artists who contributed wonderful work after a challenging year—the quality of the work is exceptional! AND, as always, 100% of the proceeds from our auction…

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Materials Used: Porcelain, Glaze, China Paints, Gold Luster, Vintage Stoke-On-Trent Blue & Gold Flower Decals, Meissen Blue Flower Decals, Metallic Decals, Gold Decals, Vintage Stoke-On-Trent Rusty Red & Gold Flower Decals

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The brewing process for sake differs from the process for beer, where the conversion from starch to sugar and then from sugar to alcohol occurs in two distinct steps. Like other rice wines, when sake is brewed, these conversions occur simultaneously. The alcohol content differs between sake, wine, and beer; while most beer contains 3–9% ABV, wine generally contains 9–16% ABV,[4] and undiluted sake contains 18–20% ABV (although this is often lowered to about 15% by diluting with water prior to bottling).

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The Blue Onion pattern is the most famous porcelain decor of all time. It was created during the early Ming Dynasty in ancient China. In the 17th Century adopted the Meissen porcelain manufactory the décor and let it apply to his white porcelain. Primarily thanks to the Onion pattern became the Meissen porcelain famous in Europe at that time. Later, many other porcelain manufacturers assumed the beautiful blue pattern.

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So much fun working on these Custom Porcelain Pendant Necklaces and matching Rings made from Porcelain chards with vintage Stoke-on-Trent Blue and Gold Flowers from England. Made with Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, and Brass. charm, jewelry, personalized, family, tree, retro, heart, mother, moon, baby, feet, gemstone, flower, mom, birth, year, art, chinapaint, luster, lustre, contemporary…

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KCUR | By Anne Kniggendorf Published October 31, 2020 at 5:00 AM CDT The Kansas City Artists Coalition will present its second annual “Coalesce” show, a merging of high fashion and fine art, on November 7. The world of runway shows and opening nights at galleries seems like a distant dream eight months into the…

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Ikebana (生け花, 活け花, “arranging flowers” or “making flowers alive”) is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō (華道, “way of flowers”). The tradition dates back to Heian period, when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, flower arrangements were instead used to adorn the tokonoma (alcove) of a traditional Japanese…

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The national flower of Japan, the cherry blossom – or Sakura, represents a time of renewal and optimism. The pops of pink mark the ending of winter and signify the beginning of spring. Due to their quick blooming season, cherry blossoms also symbolize the transience of life, a major theme in Buddhism. Sakura (桜) – Sakura means “cherry blossom” and is…

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The term “democracy” first appeared in ancient Greek political and philosophical thought in the city-state of Athens during classical antiquity. The word comes from demos, “common people” and kratos, “strength”.

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Ceramic artist and china painter Melanie Sherman creates beautiful sterling silver jewelry pieces with porcelain stones. Decorated with vintage decals from Europe and Japan, these one-of-kind pieces tell the story of historic porcelain wares, used as dinnerware in 18th century Europe. ceramic, porcelain, jewelry, Melanie Sherman, porcelain jewelry, ceramic jewelry, sterling silver, fine metals, vintage,…

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Vintage Japanese Ceramics Peacock Pendant enclosed in BrassMaterials: Brass, Porcelain, Glaze, Vintage Japanese DecalWire Chain: Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver | Gold PlatedChain Length: 16 Inches Vintage Japanese Ceramics Peacock Pendant enclosed in BrassMaterials: Brass, Porcelain, Glaze, Vintage Japanese DecalWire Chain: Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver | Gold PlatedChain Length: 16 Inches

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This work is made with Porcelain, Glaze, 24k German Gold Luster, Vintage Decals Size: about 4” H x 6” W x 6” D Shipping within the United States is $35 Proceeds from the sale of this object will benefit the artist, and Artaxis, a 501(c)3 non-profit art organization. Please contact us at contactartaxis@gmail.com if you…

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This work is made with Porcelain, Glaze, China Paint, 24k German Gold Luster, Gold, Vintage and Metallic Decals Size: about 3.75” H x 3.5” W x 3.5” D Shipping within the United States is $25 Proceeds from the sale of this object will benefit the artist, and Artaxis, a 501(c)3 non-profit art organization. Please contact us…

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This work is made with Porcelain, Glaze, China Paint, 24k German Gold Luster, Gold, Vintage and Metallic Decals Size: about 4.75” H x 4” W x 4” D Shipping within the United States is $25 Proceeds from the sale of this object will benefit the artist, and Artaxis, a 501(c)3 non-profit art organization. Please contact us…

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This work is made with Porcelain, Glaze, China Paint, 24k German Gold Lusters, Gold, Vintage and Colored Decals Size: about 4.25” H x 4.25” W x 4.25” D Shipping within the United States is $25 Proceeds from the sale of this object will benefit the artist, and Artaxis, a 501(c)3 non-profit art organization. Please contact us…

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This work is made with Porcelain, Glaze, 24k German Gold Luster Size: about 3.75” H x 3.75” W x 3.75” D SOLD Proceeds from the sale of this object will benefit the artist, and Artaxis, a 501(c)3 non-profit art organization. Please contact us at contactartaxis@gmail.com if you would like to ship this object out of…

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This work is made with Porcelain, Glaze, China Paint, 24k German Gold and Metallic Lusters, Gold, Vintage and Metallic Decals Size: about 4.75” H x 3.75” W x 3.75” D SOLD Proceeds from the sale of this object will benefit the artist, and Artaxis, a 501(c)3 non-profit art organization. Please contact us at contactartaxis@gmail.com if…

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I’m so excited to be the featured artist this month at ArtAxis.org – all proceeds via @ArtAxis support the artist and the 501(c)3 non-profit arts organization! ⁠ ⁠ https://shopartaxis.org/collections/melanie-sherman[link expired – check out more ceramics HERE]⁠ ⁠ ArtAxis.org is an evolving independent network of contemporary artists and their work. The mission of Artaxis is to…

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Dangles | Red & Gold Luster Flowers on Black Porcelain | Triangle | Gold Findings | Materials: Porcelain, Glaze, Vintage Decal | Metal type: Gold-filled | Karat/purity: 14/20 | Ceramic artist and chinapainter Melanie Sherman creates beautiful sterling silver jewelry pieces with porcelain stones. Decorated with vintage decals from Europe and Japan, these one-of-kind pieces…

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JULY 27, 2020  by NICOLE BRADLEY Melanie Sherman’s interest in clay and porcelain was a slow-burning passion stemming from her worldly travels and historical interests. The local ceramist was born in Germany and spent her youth visiting cities around Europe. “When I got into ceramics, I was especially interested in the history of porcelain and how…

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Ceramic artist and china painter Melanie Sherman creates beautiful sterling silver jewelry pieces with porcelain stones. Decorated with vintage decals from Europe and Japan, these one-of-kind pieces tell the story of historic porcelain wares, used as dinnerware in 18th century Europe.

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Anderson Ranch: June 08-12, 2020 NOW July 05-09, 2021 Unfortunately, Anderson Ranch had to cancel all In-Person workshops for 2020, but since there was a strong interest in my class, they are postponing it until next year. I hope, if you signed up already, you can still participate! Or, if you still want to register,…

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Porcelain Ring with a vintage Japanese Decal, 24k gold plated Sterling Silver, Size 7 … Email me for details: info@melaniesherman.com #24k #goldplated #sterlingsilver #porcelain #japanesedecal #stokeontrent #blueflowers #treasure #porcelainring #porcelainpendant #potteryshards #ceramicjewelery #ceramics #porzellanSchmuck #kcmo #kcartist #kccrossroads #metalsmithing #ceramics #antiqueporcelain

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I’ve been working on some gold rings this week. #24k #goldplated #sterlingsilver #porcelain #japanesedecal #stokeontrent #blueflowers #treasure #porcelainring #porcelainpendant #potteryshards #ceramicjewelery #ceramics #porzellanSchmuck #kcmo #kcartist #kccrossroads #metalsmithing #ceramics #antiqueporcelain

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This week I am working on some custom matching Necklace/Ring combo – all a little different. These are bridesmaids gifts for a Spring Wedding. #springwedding #bridesmaidsgifts #silverandgold #porcelainpendant #porcelainjewelry #bluegoldflowers #vintage #ceramicjewelery #customjewelry #handmade #porcelainring #sale #vday #vdaysale #love #itsallonsale #FREESHIPPING #salesalesale #everythingonsale #holidaysale #lastminutegifts #valentinesday #valentine #valentinesdaygift #fashion #getitonsale #weekendsale #truelove #giftsforlovers #lastminutevdaygifts #porcelainjewelry…

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