Functional Ceramics

Functional ceramics by Elena Miller combine nature inspired designs and organic shapes with functionality allowing you to use it as table and kitchenware.

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  • 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.

  • 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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  • White Ceramic Vase PUFFY CLOUD . The CLOUD vase is hand sculpted from porcelain clay using slabs and coils. It is glazed inside and outside and is water proof.

    White Ceramic Vase | PUFFY CLOUD

    $300.00

    PUFFY CLOUD – Handcrafted Porcelain Vase

    This elegant porcelain vase features a cloud-like silhouette with gently rounded contours and a matte white finish. Hand-built with attention to organic detail. The vase is hand sculpted from porcelain clay using slabs and coils. It is glazed inside and outside and is water proof. Each piece is original piece of art.

    Size: 10.5″ long X 7.5″ wide X 4.5 tall.

     

     

  • Ceramic organic rustic vase shaped as a beach stone in earth tones

    Zen Beach Stone Ceramic Vases

    Price range: $85.00 through $95.00

    These stone vases are my best sellers!

    My weekend walks on Encinitas Moonlight Beach inspired me to do this body of work. These Zen-looking rustic vases 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. These stoneware vases are hand-built and shaped as beach stones. While still in a wet stage, they 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.

    Vase sizes vary from: 4” to 5″ across.

    Some of the ceramic vases are at the gallery display. Please, contact me if you are interested in purchasing that are marked as back order. They could be custom ordered. Allow up to 5 weeks before shipped.

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