Annika Berglund Materiality Exhibition, selected work

Materiality 2014

Clay, bronze and glass; materials that form an intimate part of human history and development, come together in this exhibition based on texture, materials and earth colours.
The mark of a potter’s thumb in a 5000 year old bowl started a process of exploration based on the malleability and amazing sensuality of wet clay.
Taking advantage of the expressiveness of clay, the traditional method of wedging (kneading) clay became a starting point and inspiration.
The meditative, rhythmic kneading of clay creates a spiral pattern, adding elements of immediacy and spontaneity, while also making a connection with generations of past potters.
The exhibition was part of the Dublin Craft Trail 2014 and featured on Newstalk FM's Global Village Programme.
More informatuion can be found on the Olivier Cornet Gallery site

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Ceramic 3D work

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Moment in Time
bronze and glass

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Leaf I & II
bronze and ceramics

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Materiality - Glass
Glass, mounted on cherrywood

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Earth Colours
Stoneware Clay and oxides mounted on board
A set of textured tiles in sets of 9. Each set shows the colour palette for one of 9 oxides, in combination with the other 8 oxides: Chrome, Cobalt, Copper, Ilmenite, Iron, Manganese, Nickel,Rutile and Vanadium