Looking Forward to Meeting Warhol

I am eagerly awaiting the upcoming exhibition at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. The Andy Warhol Enterprises, exhibition will open this fall. Everything I have read about this show leads me to believe that this show will be exciting.

Although pop art has never been my thing, I have never been disappointed with the presentations organized by IMA. I believe this show will be both entertaining and educational. I think there are many facets of Warhol’s career that have not been emphasized and this show promises to highlight some of his lesser known works.

Like many, I associate the name Andy Warhol with the commercial paintings that were primarily created during the ‘60s. Most art lovers can associate the images of the Campbell’s Soup Cans and the Dollar Sign with Warhol. Most of us, probably, know very little about his about his shop window designs from the 1950’s or the screen test films.

As I continue my journey to learn and appreciate contemporary art, I believe may discover something that intrigues me in the work of Andy Warhol. I can hardly wait until for the show to opens so I can expand my art education. Hopefully by the time I have experienced the show, I will be able to list more than the silk screen canvas on ink, Flowers, as my favorite Andy Warhol work of art.

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Artful Chinese Ceramics

The Chinese have been working at mastering the art of ceramics for some time. There is a long history of Chinese Ceramics. According to archaeologist, traditions in Chinese ceramics have existed for more than 8,000 years. It is no wonder that the work we see produced in modern times is exceptional.

There was a lot of experimentation with various techniques of pottery. History tells us that there were many different traditions that evolved over the years. Some of the ceramic masterpieces we see to day are a result of the development of this Chinese art form.

The early Neolithic pottery provided utilitarian and functional vessels that enhanced the everyday life for the Chinese. Eventually pottery was used for burial and ritual purposes. The Neolithic painted tradition formed in the Yellow Basin.

The Black Pottery from the Dawenkou and Longshan cultures. The black pottery is known for its characteristics shapes. This pottery was used for rituals and offerings.

One of the most significant techniques, hard glazing, was discovered probably around the 15th century. The hard glazed wares of Shang and Zhou are considered to be the forerunners to the true porcelains of later 7th century origin.

From the very primitive and simple vessels to the elaborately decorated porcelains, the Chinese have provided a foundation for all that have attempted to master this art. It’s no wonder that collectors and well as others are fascinated today in the art of Chinese Ceramics.

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