Ceramic Birdhouse in Yellow Kids as if floating on air

as if floating on air

This form sits low like a traditional bonsai

The surface pattern comes from two Heath glazes—KPFA and Gunmetal—layered over one another before reacting to the firing temperature in the kiln

The surfaces are glazed in opposing matte shades dark and light with mottled textures reminiscent of organic objects

Ceramic Birdhouse in Yellow Kids as if floating on airThe word monumental is often used to describe Stan Bitters ceramic sculptures. But even at a small scale, this legendary American artists expression has a rare boldness. He's been making these ceramic birdhouses since the 1960s when he was artist in residence at the Hans Stumpf company. These ceramic birdhouses have a round opening on opposite sides and are hung with an all weather cord. They are still made by hand in Southern California and exhibit