Fine art ceramics by Elena Miller brings natural elements, organic shapes, and fluid movement into your home, allowing you to feel a closer bond with nature and offering a gentle reminder of nature’s presence in our lives.
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This ceramic vase was inspired by underwater world and its magical beauty.
This large sculpture is hand-built from black stoneware clay and high fired in electric kiln.
The sculpture measures: 9.5″ tall x 6.5″ wide.
This large vase is hand formed from clay coils and has multiple stains and washes applications. The vase is high fired in electric kiln. It is functional and will look gorgeous with one or two long stem flowers, yet it is an interesting, organic décor piece. it looks great as a stand-alone decorative piece.
The vase is 9.5″ tall x 6.5″ wide.
This vase was thrown on the wheel. Terra sigillata coats with minerals were applied to dry earthware. The surface was burnished. After the vessel went through first fire, a special resists slip with grog and a thin layer of glaze were applied to the piece on outside surface. The lines were scores through the slip. After raku firing and smoking, the surface was scraped off from the slip exposing beautiful black lines created by smoke. The shiny smooth surface laminates green and bronze pearl colors created by various mineral applications.
Dimensions: 6.5” in diameter by 4″ tall.
Please note: The ceramics and jewelry photography is done with different lighting and backgrounds that might slightly effect the color of the piece.
The porcelain sculptures resemble seashells though they do not attempt to be an exact replica. The design captures natural fluidity and movement. The surface retains the elegant seashore quality of nature’s work.
Feng Shui I sculpture measure: 13″ tall x 12″ wide.
Feng Shui II sculpture measure: 12″ tall x 12″ wide.
This oceania shell horsehair raku sculptural bowl shows one-of-a-kind vibrant iridescent violet pearl, green and gold luster created by the smoke initiating a chemical process.
This horsehair raku vessel is created using a unique firing process. The piece is hand built from coils. The terra sigillata mixed with minerals applied in a few coats to bone dry clay and then burnished creating a very smooth surface. The bowl was bisque fired and then fired again in a raku kiln. It pulled from the kiln while glowing red hot. While it slightly cools down to approximately 1100F, horsehairs were placed on the surface, igniting and leaving black carbon designs. The minerals give a luster and subtle sheen that emanates from within the clay.
Dimensions: 8.5” long by 7.25” wide by 4″ tall.
This oceania shell raku horsehair sculptural bowl shows one-of-a-kind vibrant iridescent violet pearl and ocean blue luster created by the smoke initiating a chemical process.
The piece is hand built from coils. The terra sigillata mixed with minerals applied in a few coats to bone dry clay and then burnished creating a very smooth surface. The bowl was bisque fired and then fired again in a raku kiln. It pulled from the kiln while glowing red hot. While it slightly cools down to approximately 1100F, horsehairs were placed on the surface, igniting and leaving black carbon designs. The minerals give a luster and subtle sheen that emanates from within the clay.
Dimensions: 8″ long by 7″wide by 4″ tall.
This ceramic piece is at the display in the gallery. Please, contact me if you are interested in purchasing it.
This raku sculpture is one of my new underwater life forms. I gather some of my inspiration from underwater creatures and life forms. It reflects my relationship with natural forms.
The raku ceramic decayed underwater life sculpture is loosely based on the form of the sea turtle skeleton. It does not attempt to be an exact replica. The contrast between the white crackled outside surface and matte-crusted hand-carved highly textured inside cavities emphasizes the organic nature of the piece. The design captures the natural fluidity and movement.
This shell is 8” long and 5″ wide.
I love experimenting with surface textures. This is my new experimental raku technique. This horsehair raku vessel is created using a unique firing process. The piece is hand-built from coils. The terra sigillata mixed with minerals applied in a few coats to bone dry clay and then burnished creating a very smooth surface. The vessel is bisque fired and then fired again at raku kiln. It is pulled from the kiln while glowing red hot.
Horsehairs were placed on the surface, igniting and leaving black carbon designs on the surface. The minerals give a luster and subtle sheen that emanates from within the clay. The smoke initiates a chemical process pulling vibrant iridescent gold, blue and purple-like luster to the surface. No two pieces of Raku will ever be alike.
Dimensions: 9” long by 6.5” wide by 4″ tall.
A totem born of fire and smoke—rugged, organic, and alive with iridescent luster. The surface is prepared with terra sigillata infused with minerals. At its most incandescent—pulled red-hot from the kiln—horsehair is laid across the ceramic body, igniting on contact and leaving smoky black carbon trails that dance across the form like ancient markings. The minerals respond to the heat and smoke, drawing forth a subtle, iridescent sheen—a emerald pearl-like luster that seems to rise from within the clay itself.
Dimensions: 11.5″ tall x 9″ wide x 3.5″ deep.
I like experimenting with surface texture. I like dark or black clays, and I use a lot of oxides. Both give the piece a richer vibrant look, complementing the clay. I called this basket EARTH DROUGHT. It resembles the earth affected by global warming and changed weather conditions.
This basket has a unique organic surfaces. The object is made from black clay and layered black and brown stains and crackle glaze on top creating the dry earth effect. The outside surface was impressed on handmade wood bark mold. The handle is made from stained driftwood and connected by a natural leather cord. I love collecting driftwood. These came from Rialto Beach in Olympia National Park.
Dimensions: 12” long by 4.5” wide (without handles).
This basket is on display at the art shop. Please, contact me if you are inerested in purchasing it.
I like experimenting with surface texture. I like dark or black clays and I use a lot of oxides. Both give the piece a richer vibrant look, complementing the clay. I called this platter EARTH DROUGHT. It resembles the earth affected by the global warming and changed weather conditions.
The object is made from black clay and has layered black stains and crackle glaze on top creating the dry earth effect. The outside surface was impressed on handmade wood bark mold. The handle is made from driftwood and secured by a natural suede cord. I love collecting driftwood. These came from Rialto Beach in Olympia National Park.
Dimensions: 12.5” long by 11.75” wide (without handle. ) 16” wide with handle.
I felt a deep connection immediately when I started working with this black clay. Every texture and curve reflects the beauty of nature. I called this extra large sculptural bowl DREAM LAKE. A distinctive feature of this sculptural bowl is how it resembles a mountain lake.
Its dark gray earthy color connects it to the earth and rocks symbolizing strength. Carved open spaces let the bright water reflect light through adding movement. The melted sea glass created a unique surface which reminds you of deep lake waters. The Dream Lake Sculpture represents nature’s balance.
Dimensions: 12” wide X 6.25″ tall.
This sculptural bowl on display at the gallery. Please contact me if you are inerested in purchasing them.