Call For Artists - Illumination/Reflections

I am considering creating a piece of work for a local call to Artist event at the Prescott Center for the Arts.  The application and entry pictures are due February 3rd, probably my biggest barrier since I will need two firings to get the work completed.  I have considered staining and painting the piece instead of glazing.  That would save time and require only the bisque fire.

It is a very challenging subject for ceramics media.  It involves illumination.  If I have interpreted the "call" correctly, The piece must be able to reflect natural light.  Hmmmmmmmmmm.  I already have ideas, but it involves me learning how to use my airbrush.  And that means I have to buy a compressor!  Even if I can't get a piece ready to submit, I will have at least tried new process!

il·lu·mi·na·tion n. 1. a. The act of illuminating. b. The state of being illuminated. 2. A source of light. 3. Decorative lighting. 4. Spiritual or intellectual enlightenment. 5. Clarification; elucidation. 6. a. The art or act of decorating a text, page, or initial letter with ornamental designs, miniatures, or lettering. b. An example of this art. 7. Physics The luminous flux per unit area at any point on a surface exposed to incident light. Also called illuminance. re·flec·tion noun 1. the throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it. "the reflection of light" 2. serious thought or consideration. "he doesn't get much time for reflection

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