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Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Six: Imp Tsiu yun Hung

Simple Wonders: Exhibition of the Paintings from the Collection of Andrew Johns Part Six: Imp Tsiu yun Hung

Earlier AnArt4Life blog showcased the fascinating art works of Imp Hung from Taiwan who believes that "ceramics is my key to the secret garden, my way to record living and feeling, a wonderland where I can release my imagination". One of her tiles is in the Simple Wonders exhibition.

Street artist: Rone, and Florence Annie Royce: China painting

Street artist: Rone, and Florence Annie Royce: China painting

Today we look at some china painted vases by early 20th century Geelong artist Florence Royce, and how they became the inspiration for the colours chosen in the "Rone in Geelong" exhibition almost 100 years later, in 2021.....

David and Hermia Boyd

David and Hermia Boyd

Today we meet David and Hermia Boyd, part of the Australian Boyd dynasty. Together, they were famous for their pottery, paintings, drawings, glass and printmaking.

Moroccan Craftsmen

Moroccan Craftsmen

I very much love Islamic art and architecture and the intricate designs they have been creating for centuries. Today I share some images from inside a Moroccan pottery I visited some years ago.

Australian Cubism: Anne Dangar

Australian Cubism: Anne Dangar

Today we feature the last of our Australian Cubists, Anne Dangar. Like her friends, Grace Crowley and Dorrit Black, she also studied in France, but she was renowned for incorporating these principles into her pottery. Image: 365 Women Artists

Belinda Wiltshire - Portraiture and Ceramics

Belinda Wiltshire - Portraiture and Ceramics

Today we meet a young Melbourne based artist whose diversity in working across both paintings and ceramics is astounding. Image: Belinda Wiltshire, Facebook.

The Denby Pottery, UK, reinvents itself!

The Denby Pottery, UK, reinvents itself!

Today we look at the stoneware of Denby Pottery in England, whose 200 year history was almost lost forever, but for the helping hand of an investment company and a blockbuster Netflix series in Korea! Image: Denby Pottery.

The delicate wall installations of Kaori Tatebayashi

The delicate wall installations of Kaori Tatebayashi

Today we look at the beautiful, delicate wall installations of Japanese clay sculptor, Kaori Tatebayahsi. Image: cargocollective.com

Beautiful Imari porcelain

Beautiful Imari porcelain

Today we look at Imari porcelain, also known as Arita ware, produced in Arita in the southwest Hizen province of Japan from the mid 17th century for export to Europe. Image: Porcelain Museum Dresden, Germany.

The uniquely inspired sculptures of Ryan McCallister

The uniquely inspired sculptures of Ryan McCallister

Today we look at the fascinating sculptures of Ryan McCallister, a versatile artist in America, working in steel, bronze, ceramics, glass and other mixed media. Image: mccallistersculpture.com

Marie Prett's Circus Ceramics!

Marie Prett's Circus Ceramics!

Today we bring you the hand made ceramics of contemporary artist Marie Prett. She makes quirky animals and people, often with a theatrical, or circus theme. Image: Marie Prett Ceramics, Facebook.

More magnificent Moorcroft - Part 2!

More magnificent Moorcroft - Part 2!

Today we return to look at some more of Moorcroft's iconic designs, inspired by nature from the earliest days, right up to the current time. Image: dailymail.co.uk

Magnificent Moorcroft - Part 1 !

Magnificent Moorcroft - Part 1 !

Today we look at the beautiful art pottery of Moorcroft, which has been produced continuously in the same premises since 1913, and is still highly valued and collectable. Image: potteriesauctions.com

Classic, quirky Carlton Ware

Classic, quirky Carlton Ware

Today we look at some of the many designs of Carlton ware, many of which are still available and are popular today for lovers of retro and quirky kitchen and dining items. Image: carltonwareworld.com

Royal Albert fine china – Refined and prolific!

Royal Albert fine china – Refined and prolific!

Today we look at a bone china brand which still features at refined High Teas around the world today - Royal Albert. Even though there were over 1,000 patterns produced it is instantly recognisable for the consistency of its production for over 125 years. Image: chinasearch.co.uk

Royal Doulton: Recognised and Respected

Royal Doulton: Recognised and Respected

Many of us may be familiar with Royal Doulton, Royal Albert and Bunnykins china, but Doultons initially earned success and recognition by Queen Victoria for their part in solving a very big problem in London. Image: Vauxhall history.org

Magnificent Minton - Part 2

Magnificent Minton - Part 2

Today we return to look at some of the Minton innovations and the different styles of pottery, initiated under the guidance of "Herbert Minton" and his heirs, working with many other talented designers and artists. Image: My photo at NGV Victoria.

Magnificent Minton - Part 1

Magnificent Minton - Part 1

Today we look at the beginnings of Minton, a Staffordshire pottery founded by Thomas Minton in 1793. It is a brand well known for its many innovations, from perfecting willow ware through to unique floor tiles in prestigious buildings. Image: aoc.gov/Wikimedia

Spotlight on Spode

Spotlight on Spode

Today we learn about Josiah Spode, who, like his friend Josiah Wedgwood, also created a famous Staffordshire pottery brand, perfecting Willow ware and fine bone china. Image: Spode Museum Trust

The enduring legacy of Josiah Wedgwood

The enduring legacy of Josiah Wedgwood

Today we look at the founder of the iconic Wedgwood brand, where a disability enabled a man of science and innovation to follow his a passion for excellence, leaving a legacy which endures today. Image: Wikipedia

The Staffordshire Potteries

The Staffordshire Potteries

It seems there is more to ceramics, pottery, earthenware, porcelain and fine bone china than meets the eye! Today we look at some of the variations made in the Staffordshire area of England in a proud history of over 300 years. Image: thepotteries.org

Imp Hung: To Sleep in a Painting

Imp Hung: To Sleep in a Painting

Our last post on the Taiwanese ceramicist Imp Hung brings us to Salvador Dali and Imp's reflections on "envying the duck sleeping quietly in The Persistence of Memory". Image credit: Imp Hung

Imp Hung the Ceramicist at Work

Imp Hung the Ceramicist at Work

Taiwanese artist Imp Hung has many talents - she teaches art, she engages in tea making ceremonies but above all she makes the most amazing ceramic tiles based on paintings by famous artists. Today we see her at work. Image credit: Imp Hung

Imp Hung: Being with Van Gogh

Imp Hung: Being with Van Gogh

We continue our journey with the creative ceramic tiles of Taiwanese artist Imp Hung and learn about her thoughts and inspiration gained from paintings by Van Gogh. Image credit: Imp Hung

Van Gogh, Imp Hung and Newcastle, Australia

Van Gogh, Imp Hung and Newcastle, Australia

Over the past two days you have seen ceramic tiles created by Taiwanese artist Imp Hung and inspired by some of the world's most famous paintings. Today Imp shares her thoughts and connections with Van Gogh and the starry, starry night. Image credit: Imp Hung