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The concepts of utilization and contentment are becoming more and more important in today’s daily life. The purpose of the exhibition is to draw attention to how important it is to slow down consumerism. The focus of the works reflects, versatility, peace of mind, simplicity, everydayness, consumer orientation, sustainability and user friendly designs.
The exhibition Utilization and Contentment is created under the guidance of plaster master and designer Jens Pfotenhauer. In a three week course with Jens, the students learned various methods of plaster mold making. They made masters, plaster molds and learned the use of porcelain slip. They were introduced to using the wheel and bench to produce plaster molds as well as hand molding methods.
The Ceramics Department of the Reykjavik School of Visual Arts is a two year art and design program where students focus on the ceramics as their means of expression.
During the exhibition, the students will take turns pouring porcelain slip into casting molds to provide a clear understanding of the process.
The exhibition is open at the following times
Wednesday: 17:00-18:00
Thursday: 10:00-22:00
Friday: closed
Saturday 10:00-17:00
Sunday 10:00-17:00