Mould Creation for Ceramic Reproduction
Influences
A course by Helen Johannessen , Ceramist and mould maker
About the video: Influences
Overview
“My influences are very important to my craft. In this lesson, I will share my key inspirations and what they mean to me.”
In this video lesson Helen Johannessen addresses the topic: Influences, which is part of the Domestika online course: Mould Creation for Ceramic Reproduction. Create moulds for your ceramic pieces following a step-by-step process..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, I'm going to talk about my influences, my key inspirations, and what they mean to me. So despite making ceramics, I do look around me for other influences, such as painters and sculptors. One of my favorite painters is Bridget Riley, who is an op art painter from the 60s and 70s, and she creates large optical illusion paintings, which, when you stand in front of them, they sort of suck you in. And I think it's really clever what she is doing with paint and the composition. I also like the slight trick of the eye and the perception of the mind, which I also bring into my scul...”
This transcript is automatically generated, so it may contain mistakes.
Course summary for: Mould Creation for Ceramic Reproduction
-
Category
Craft -
Areas
Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Fine Arts
Helen Johannessen
A course by Helen Johannessen
Helen Johannessen, a renowned professional ceramicist and mould maker, has dedicated over 25 years to the art of clay and plaster casting. Her extensive experience includes collaborations with numerous clients, ranging from limited series to mass production. Helen's exceptional craftsmanship is exemplified by the success of her ceramic notepad, which sold an impressive 80,000 pieces in the UK alone. With her brand YoYo Ceramics, Helen has designed homewares like the iconic Is That Plastic range and the beloved Butter Dish.
Helen's passion for clay, plaster, and casting slip shines through in her artwork. She continually pushes the boundaries of traditional crafting techniques, creating one-of-a-kind artworks that capture the essence of fluidity and light. As an experienced teacher and workshop leader, Helen is committed to sharing her knowledge and inspiring others to embrace creativity. With her patient and curious approach, she empowers students to explore new possibilities, overcome challenges, and discover their artistic potential.
- 100% positive reviews (25)
- 2,668 students
- 16 lessons (3h 3m)
- 18 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
