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Heather A. F. Binder
"On the Surface in the Shallows", Contemporary, Ceramic Sculpture

2025

$3,400
£2,585.55
€2,982.31
CA$4,762.78
A$5,330.49
CHF 2,783.35
MX$65,032.28
NOK 35,330.94
SEK 33,526.89
DKK 22,270.46
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"On the Surface in the Shallows" by Heather Binder is a contemporary wood fired ceramic sculpture depicting the serene motion of leaves and waves as interpreted by the artist. This 22.5 x 8 x 8 inch sculpture, in a variety of natural tones of light blue and deep brown hues, captures the warmth of flame and fire of the 144 hour anagama wood firing process, but also the movement of life on the surface of cool waters as we watch it float along the surface of a river. Heather Binder is a ceramic artist and dedicated arts educator who is fascinated by patterns and geometries found in places most people pass by without noticing. Her upbringing in Rhode Island can be recognized as a significant reference for her sculptures. She holds a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University, and an MFA from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Heather has taught art and ceramics in public schools for more than 30 years and is currently is a visiting critic at the Rhode Island School of Design. Heather prefers alternate atmospheres for her work and primarily fires with Chris Gustin in his Japanese style anagama wood kiln. She has been awarded fellowships and residencies from Arrowmont School for Arts and Crafts, Touchstone Center for Craft and the Pocosin Art and Craft School. Heather Binder’s work can be found in galleries, retail shops, restaurants and private collections around the world.
  • Creator:
    Heather A. F. Binder (1968, American, Italian)
  • Creation Year:
    2025
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Natick, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Binder_On the Surface in the Shallows1stDibs: LU500316648552

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