
Austin’s thriving creative community is quickly gaining esteem for adding artistic ceramics to its design repertoire. In a year where the maker movement is in full swing and pottery is on-trend, Texas’ eclectic capital city is well on its way to joining the likes of Brooklyn and Portland by embracing the art of handmade. From tribal carvings in terracotta tones to colorful splatters and embellished gold surfaces, this previously folksy craft is getting an upgrade from Austin’s modern-day makers. Here we shine a light on five individuals giving traditional pottery a new spin...
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Since debuting her first collection in 2013, Eliana Bernard has been a favourite of Austin’s ceramics community. Her product offerings range from decorative pieces and dinnerware, pictured here, to a recently launched line of marbled porcelain earrings. She is best known for her Lace collection, pieces that are characterized by smooth porcelain and delicate lace-like cutouts. Mould making, slip casting and slip trailing are employed to create this intricate design. ’This pattern is created in an intentional yet uncontrollable manner making each piece one of a kind,’ she explains. The final product: a simple form with a striking pattern in a dark, bold color brushed with gold luster. www.elianabernard.com