Since I first came to Vietnam in the early 1990s, I have enjoyed Vietnamese ceramics. I am fascinated by Vietnamese and Arabic production. Vietnam has a rich history of ceramic production that dates back centuries. Many of their techniques use ancient materials while making them into a more modern medium. My journey in ceramics began…
The term “ceramic” is often associated with various home decor items, but its application extends far beyond that. While ceramics have a rich history spanning centuries, their uses have evolved dramatically. Ceramics was once limited to simple clay pots, and ceramics now cover an expansive range of materials and applications. From earthenware tableware and stoneware…
The distinction between ceramics and clay can be somewhat perplexing, as the two terms are frequently used as if identical. Sometimes there is some confusion between the two words and terms. Ceramics and clay refer to different phases in a captivating process of transformation that has roots extending deep into human history. Though both are…
While the terms “ceramics” and “pottery” are often used as if they’re synonymous, the reality is that they represent distinct categories. Your morning mug and the spark plug in your vehicle might fall under the ceramic umbrella, yet they may not be considered pottery. Ceramics and pottery are two forms of craftsmanship essential to our…