Thursday’s opening reception for the Ikebana show and “Tea” included a visit from John Neely, who flew in from Utah to see the international ceramics show he juried digitally. John wanted to see the pieces — ceramic teapots, cups, bowls, and other wares associated with drinking tea — in person before selecting the award winners, which he announced last night.
Black Iron Chawan, a stoneware bowl by Robert Fornell, of Seattle, won best in show:
The two equal merit awards went to porcelain work: two Iced Tea Tumblers by Amy Kline of Las Vegas, and Toron Meru by Joseph Sierra.
John Neely’s juror’s statement is after the jump. Continue reading “Tea” Ceramics Exhibit Awards