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| Gordon Hutchens - photo by Fireweed |
2014 marks the 40th
anniversary for this internationally acclaimed potter, well known in
part for his innovative use of decorative colours. Studio visitors
are sure to be enthralled by a series of stunning new pieces
incorporating crystalline glazes actually inspired by the shimmering
turquoise, watery blue tones, and rich purples found in Monet's
famous water lily paintings. On another recent series - including
small to medium-sized vases - Hutchens has combined crystalline
glazes with his iridescent 'Denman Island lustre' (made from
materials unearthed on the artist's own land), along with textured
glazes that crawl to reveal contrasting colours underneath.
Both multiple techniques and multiple firings are required to achieve
the results mastered in these exquisite works.
