Terraform Clay Studio
About The Artist
Andrew Rivera • Hutchinson, MN
Ceramics
Ceramic artist Andrew Rivera of Terraform Clay Studio received his BFA in Ceramics and Sculpture from The University of Minnesota Duluth. He completed the MN NICE certificate program at Northern Clay Center in Minneapolis as well as a long-term residency at The Clay Studio of Missoula. Andrew currently works out of his home studio and teaches ceramics in the Twin Cities area. Inspired by function, history, design, and culture, his wares reflect on personal identity and his Mexican heritage.
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Q&A with the ArtistTell us how your work is made.I make functional ceramics with multiple techniques to create unique forms and interesting surfaces. I combine hand-building and wheel throwing to create a contrast of hard edges and soft lines. My surfaces are composed of a terra sigillata base, an underglaze wash, a borax wash, and silkscreened underglaze imagery. I draw my designs digitally and cut them from vinyl. I transfer the vinyl onto a silkscreen and use that as a printing mask. Finally I add a clear liner glaze and fire to finish. |