Fine Art Ceramics

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 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.

    Oceania Shell Horsehair Raku Sculptural Bowl

    $250.00

    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 pearl and ocean blue-like luster created by the smoke initiating a chemical process.

    Oceania Shell Raku Horsehair Sculptural Bowl

    $290.00

    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 ceramic sculpture is one of my new underwater life decayed 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.

    Raku Ceramic Sculpture. Underwater Decayed Life.

    $150.00

    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.

  • Raku Hoirsehair Sculpture - Oceania Shell horsehair. Purple mica organic pot

    Raku Hoirsehair Sculpture – Oceania Shell

    $250.00

    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.

  • TOTEM BORN OF FIRE. Raku horsehair sculpture.  A totem born of fire and smoke—rugged, organic, and alive with iridescent luster. This sculptural ceramic totem reimagines the traditional horsehair firing technique, once reserved for uniform, functional vases, into a celebration of organic irregular forms.
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    Raku Horsehair Totem Sculpture | BORN OF FIRE

    $400.00

    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.

  • Rustic Serving Basket With Driftwood Handle - EARTH DROUGHT
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    Rustic Serving Basket With Driftwood Handle | EARTH DROUGHT

    $195.00

    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.

  • Rustic Serving Platter With Driftwood Handle EARTH DROUGHT.
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    Rustic Serving Platter With Driftwood Handle | EARTH DROUGHT

    $380.00

    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.

  • Sculptural Ceramic Bowl | MOUNTAIN DREAM LAKE
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    Sculptural Ceramic Bowl | MOUNTAIN DREAM LAKE

    $500.00

    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.

  • Sea Sponge Ceramic Vase. The organic design of this sculpture captures natural fluid movement and evokes the sense of harmony.  The natural brushwork retains the elegant seashore quality of nature’s work. The subtle contrast between pink sponges and textured sand color of the main body adds a rustic organic feel.  This large vase is hand-built from slabs and coils. Numerous tiny sponge-like tubes were carefully attached one by one to the top of the vase.

    Sea Sponge Ceramic Vase

    $850.00

    This large vase is hand-built from slabs and coils. Numerous tiny sponge-like tubes were carefully attached one by one to the top of the vase. The vase is high-fired in an electric kiln and has two Shino glaze applications. It is functional. It won multiple awards in various art shows and was featured in International Fine Art Magazine APERO

    The vase dimensions are 11.5″ tall x 9″ wide.

  • Seashell Sculptural Bowls

    Seashell Sculptural Bowls

    $150.00

    These seashell dishes are designed to be versatile, making them a wonderful functional little dish.  Yet they are also a great addition to a any décor adding harmonious balance to your home. 

    These dishes measure approximately 5″ wide x 7″ long x 1.5″ high.

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  • This zen-looking stacked stones CAIRN   ceramic vase reminds you of California beach stones. They would be a unique gift and/or a gorgeous addition to your home decor or garden. I have developed a finishing technique after experimenting for a long time trying to achieve the desired surface. These stoneware vases are hand-built and shaped as beach stones. The vase is highly textured with various shades of earthy subtle colors . It is designed in wabi sabi style.

    Stacked Stones Cairn Ceramic Vase

    $240.00

    My weekend walks on Encinitas Moonlight Beach inspired me to do this body of work.  This zen-looking stacked stones CAIRN   ceramic vase reminds you of California beach stones.remind you of California beach stones. They would be a unique gift and/or a gorgeous addition to your home decor or garden.

    I have developed this finishing technique after experimenting for a long time trying to achieve the desired surface. This stoneware vase is hand-built and shaped as beach stones. While still in a wet stage,  the stones were rolled in fine crumbs of dry clay of different colors. Then various slips and under glazes were layered on top of the leather hard clay.

    This piece represents nature’s balance showing how imperfect forms can be beautiful and full of meaning.

    The vase size is: 11 tall by 6″.

  • These rustic looking wabi sabi ceramic black & cream vases will add an organic touch to a traditional decor featuring a distinct texture.  The off-white vase is made from porcelain clay, the cream color. The black clay vase was burnished and also has smooth finish though distressed feel.

    Wabi Sabi Ceramic Black & Cream Tree Vases

    Price range: $199.00 through $250.00

    These vases will add an organic touch to a traditional decor featuring a distinct texture.  The off-white vase is made from porcelain clay, the cream color terra siggilata was applied to the outsice surface. The black clay vase was burnished and also has smooth finish though distressed feel. Both vases are glazed inside and high fired in electric kiln. The vase was glazed inside and refried at 2250F.

    Black vase sold out but available for the commission. Allow from 6 to 8 week for the fulfillment.

    The vases are approximate;y 11” tall and 5″ in diameter. 

    The vases are functional vase and looks gorgeous with a flower arrangement.

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