Joe Davis

Adleta Galleries, Ltd was extremely pleased to share the innovative ceramics thesis show of Joe Davis as the last show of our 2007 Spring plan.

"... I release a breath into the pot in anticipation of a sultry exchange... "

"Nut Boll"
2007 Athens, Ohio
Cone 6 porcelain with textured engobes
18" x 15" x 11" (46 x 38 x 28 cm)

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"Pumper" *

‘cosSet caNoodLe,’
"...Inasmuch as these pots beckon to be touched, explored and coddled, they are fondling objects – pieces that cannot be fully comprehended without the physical participation of the viewer/user. They are intended to arouse desire and inspire physical inquiry and interaction... "

"...I fill the cup and hold it by the plump foot. It will start to warm, momentarily. There's no handle, so I hold the pot close to my body, feeling the heat as I roll it across my belly. "

"Sqwyrt #2"
2007 Athens, Ohio
Glazed cone 6 porcelain. Slip cast and hand built.
11" x 6" x 10" (28 x 15 x 25 cm)

Joe Davis

Since the early 1990's Joe's studio practice has been concerned with the production of functional pottery. His pots were created to be experienced not only visually, but also physically, and thus they fostered a multi-faceted, sensual experience capable of expressing a curiosity in the richness, beauty and diversity of human life.

This current body of work offers is a distinct departure from his former traditional approach to pottery form and function. With these pieces he questions his own preconceived notions of utilitarian pots: How do the vessels work? How do they relate to the body and fit in the hand? What is it like to touch and hold these pieces? How do the surfaces contribute to the level of curiosity in the user? How do the pieces add to the age-old tradition of pottery making? These are among the questions that he continually asks himself as he works.

The allure of these new pots is in their provocative forms and rich surfaces. They offer a uniquely seductive, tactile experience. Inasmuch as these pots beckon to be touched, explored and coddled, they are fondling objects – pieces that cannot be fully comprehended without the physical participation of the viewer/user. They are intended to arouse desire and inspire physical inquiry and interaction.

"...I fill the cup and hold it by the plump foot. It will start to warm, momentarily. There's no handle, so I hold the pot close to my body, feeling the heat as I roll it across my belly. Fingers caress the curves of the cup, finding the hip and discovering the soft interior of the foot. Bringing the cup close to my face, I release a breath into the pot in anticipation of a sultry exchange... "

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"Hengja"
2007 Athens, Ohio
Glazed cone 6 porcelain. Slip cast and hand built
9" x 5" x 12" (23 x 13 x 30.5 cm)

Regarding Adleta Galleries, Ltd.:

As some of you know, while Adleta Galleries, Ltd. was rejuvenating over the past year, Don took time to reflect on how to build interest and further develop the gallery. He is developing a ‘RAVE” concept for future shows that will be tested later in the year. For now, however, the gallery in Canaanville will be closing.

The studio at Don and Fred’s farm on Willow Creek Road will be a home for Adleta Galleries, Ltd., Adleta Designs and Don ‘s drawing/painting studio. The 3000 square foot dairy barn on the property may eventually be the future home for Adleta Galleries, Ltd.; we will keep you informed. Thank you for your patience while we continue to build our future.

Don E. Adleta,
Adleta Galleries, Ltd

* "Pumper"
2007 Athens, Ohio
Cone 6 porcelain with textured engobes
15" x 10" x 9" inches (38 x 25 x 23cm)

Please visit the website and our archive of shows. Write to us at adleta@ohio.edu if you are interested in any of the work you see. We maintain a contact with all the artists, however we must see if the piece is still available. Thank you for your interest.

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http://www.ohiou.edu/art/faculty/adleta.html
http://oak.cats.ohiou.edu/~adleta/


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