Thesis (M.F.A.)--Rochester Institute of Technology, 1965. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 22-23).

This creative project was a study of combining large-scale ceramics and polymer resin (Brandname: Bondo) vessels. This project came out of an earlier experiment combining metals and resin, and therefore the interest in combining clay and resin was a natural transition for me, since ceramics was my major focus. I had a definite interest in the challenge of marrying two very different materials; clay and resin, and by using this combination I would make vessels that were visually successful and engaged the viewer.The technical basis for all of the ceramic elements of the vessels is wheel throwing. The molds made for the resin parts of the piece were wheel thrown as well. This project was very unique and there was little documented technical information for me to rely on other than personal experimentation and ceramic knowledge.The visual elements of clay with its opaqueness, and resin with its translucent qualities offered great visual contrast. The use of color contrast between warm and cool colors became an important element of the pieces.From an expressive standpoint, I feel the form of the vessels is viewed as solid and confrontational, yet very compelling. The smooth surfaces and the lush vibrant colors compel the viewer to examine the forms. The pieces are commanding in size and strength, so the viewer is somewhat hesitant to view for too long. There is a visual push/pull, a contrast between these simple yet over-scaled layered forms that evokes an emotional push/pull as well. / Department of Art

Thesis (M.F.A.)--Rochester Institute of Technology, 1964. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 42-43).

Thesis (M.F.A.)--Rochester Institute of Technology, 1993. / Typescript. Includes bibliographical references (leaf 17).

Thesis (M.F.A.)--Georgia State University, 2008. / Title from file title page. Mark Burleson, committee chair; Ruth Stanford, Michael Murrell, committee members. Electronic text (29 p. : col. ill.) : digital, PDF file. Description based on contents viewed June 5, 2008. Includes bibliographical references (p. 29).

Orientadora: Geralda Mendes F. S. Dalglish (Lalada Dalglish) / Banca: Sumaya Mattar / Banca: Claudia Fazzollari / Banca: Jean Jacques Vidal / Banca: Zandra Coelho de Miranda Santos / Resumo: Esta tese defende a relevância da cerâmica na arte, bem como seu importante aspecto político, educacional e social. O trabalho teve como principal objetivo o estudo e a reflexão sobre o processo de formação, produção em escultura cerâmica e a atividade didática das artistas contemporâneas Vilma Villaverde, da Argentina, e Virgínia Fróis, de Portugal, que têm o corpo como temática em seus trabalhos artísticos. Neste âmbito, a pesquisa reflete sobre o contexto histórico da produção artística feminina, a presença do corpo na escultura, o papel da argila na escultura moderna e contemporânea, processos e procedimentos na criação das artistas selecionadas, seus mestres e influências herdadas, a instituição de centros de formação em arte, especialmente em seus países, bem como a atribuição do artista-professor. Como resultado a pesquisa enfatiza a forma como as artistas se consolidaram e como aliam suas criações artísticas ao seu trabalho de ensino, e como se dá a partilha de conhecimento. / Abstract: This thesis defends the relevance of the certamic art, as well as the importance of its political, educational and social aspect. The main objective of this work was the study and reflection on the process of formation, production in ceramic sculpture and the didactic activity of the contemporary artists, Vilma Villaverde of Argentina and Virginia Fróis of Portugal, who have the body as theme in their art work. In this way, the research reflects on the historical context of female artistic production, the presence of the body in sculpture, the role of clay in modern and contemporary sculpture, the processes and procedures in the creation of the selected artists, their masters and the inherited influences, and the establishment of training centers in art, especially in their countries, as well as the role of the artist-teacher. As a result the research emphasizes how artists have been consolidated and how they have combined their artistic creations with their teaching work and how knowledge is shared. / Resumen: Esta tesis defiende la relevancia de la cerámica en el arte, así como su importante aspecto político, educativo y social. El objetivo principal de este trabajo fue el estudio y la reflexión sobre el proceso de formación, producción de la escultura de cerámica y la actividad de enseñanza de las artistas contemporáneas Vilma Villaverde, Argentina, y Virgínia Fróis, de Portugal, que tienen el cuerpo como un tema en sus trabajos artísticos. En este ámbito, la investigación reflexiona sobre el contexto histórico de la producción artística femenina, la presencia del cuerpo en la escultura, el papel de la arcilla en la escultura moderna y contemporánea, procesos y procedimientos en la creación de las artistas seleccionadas, sus maestros e influencias heredadas, y el estabelecimiento de centros de formación en arte, especialmente en sus países, así como el papel del artista-maestro. Como resultado, la investigación enfatiza cómo las artistas se han consolidado y cómo alían sus creaciones artísticas a su trabajo de enseñanza, y cómo se da el compartir de conocimiento. / Doutor

A thesis report submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Fine Arts in Ceramics.

As a woman of Moroccan descent, I have been brought up surrounded by a rich culture that places great emphasis on the importance of hospitality and family traditions. This exhibit represents an exploration of porcelain ceramics vessels that have been produced over the past year. The work incorporates tagine forms, plates, tea cups and tea pots that are commonly used while entertaining guests in a Moroccan home. Moroccans welcome the opportunity to show their generosity and hospitality by welcoming guests into their homes to visit and share meals. The vessels are ornately painted and decorated so that meals served will feast the eyes as well as the palate. The porcelain is decorated with ornate finials, underglazes and china painting. The subject of the imagery is a combination of visual anthropology in which random images of people from today's society are contrasted with my own interpretation of ancient geometric design details that are found in North African Zillij cut mosaic tiles. This infuses the work with an imagined sense of time and place. The attempt to harmonize seemingly incongruent elements results in vessels that feel both familiar and eccentric. The layers of color areused to symbolize nature, purity, depth of life and spiritual abundance. The colors are placed randomly in contrast to the symmetry of the geometric designs. The work is displayed in a dining room setting where guests are always welcome to enter. My work as an artist enhances the experience I bring to my students in the classroom. / by Anita Schwartz. / Thesis (M.A.)--Florida Atlantic University, 2011. / Includes bibliography. / Electronic reproduction. Boca Raton, Fla., 2011. Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Master of Technology: Fine Art, Department of Fine Art and Jewelry Design, Durban University of Technology, Durban. South Africa, 2015. / This dissertation documents and evaluates the subversion of traditional porcelain in the work of the selected artists from 2000-2012. The artists selected for research are Edmund de Waal (1964), Paul Scott (1953), Katharine Morling (1972), Rachel Kneebone (1973) and Clare Twomey (1968). They are British ceramists who work in porcelain in diverse ways, thus providing evidence of a wide range of the subversion of traditional porcelain. An explanation of the research methodology used is provided. The research begins by providing a history of porcelain from the earliest times to the present, documenting the shift of porcelain from the East to the West, as well as the history and properties of porcelain (white china clay). The position of porcelain in the discipline of ceramics is discussed. This includes a thorough investigation and analysis of the physical properties of porcelain and its functional application through history. The meaning of the term subversion, in the context of ceramics, is clarified and evidence of the subversion of traditional porcelain is provided through a discussion of the selected artists’ work. Conclusions are drawn and analysed. My art practice in the form of an exhibition entitled Entwined is discussed in the context of the subversion of traditional porcelain. This includes a discussion of my working method, an explanation of the body of work and an analysis of similarities and differences between my work and that of the selected artists. The dissertation concludes with a discussion of the research findings and provides suggestions for further research.

Thesis (M.F.A.)--Georgia State University, 2009. / Title from file title page. Mark Burleson, committee chair; Susan Richmond, Constance Thalken, committee members. Description based on contents viewed June 12, 2009. Includes bibliographical references.