Untitled Bowl (Black)

About Untitled Bowl (Black)

For Canadian ceramicist Steven Heinemann the humble shape of a bowl is an endless source of inspiration. One of a series of vessels, hand formed in clay, the organic oval shape of this ‘Untitled Bowl' is informed by nature. The black, smooth finish on the exterior offers a dramatic contrast to the earthy red cracked interior—a signature of Heinemann’s contemporary work. Fine layers of clay and paint create this highly textured finish.

“…you might say the bowl has this inherent modesty, it also offers a kind of theatre in which space can be activated, or some event takes place. In my case, that seems to be tied to phenomena, pattern, somewhere between organic growth and geologic event.” Steven Heinemann

Steven Heinemann earned an MFA from Alfred University, NY, in 1983 and has taught in Canada and the US. Since his first solo exhibition in 1982 at the Ontario Crafts Council, he has exhibited continuously. Heinemann’s work is held in museums the world over. He has received many national and international awards including the Saidye Bronfman Award, Canada’s highest recognition of achievement in contemporary craft.