Woven plates
This was where Woven Ceramics had its birth. Karen Kotze, the founder and designer behind Woven Ceramics drew inspiration from her keen interest in traditionally “feminine” methods of craft production - both African and European - such as beading, weaving and crocheting. These methods are not only incredibly time-consuming, but also require a systematic approach which is based on mathematical patterns.
These concerns manifest in her work through the innovative use of clay coils to build up intricate pieces that do not rely solely on superficial surface decoration. Instead, the processes through which these pieces are constructed influence the final design. Karen has a highly experimental approach and more often than not pushes the boundaries in terms of the possibilities of the medium.
These pieces are collectors pieces as no new ones are made
These concerns manifest in her work through the innovative use of clay coils to build up intricate pieces that do not rely solely on superficial surface decoration. Instead, the processes through which these pieces are constructed influence the final design. Karen has a highly experimental approach and more often than not pushes the boundaries in terms of the possibilities of the medium.
These pieces are collectors pieces as no new ones are made
Large woven plate: 7 cm high, 33 cm wide, made from different mixtures of earthenware clays.
Small woven plate: 3cm high, 17cm wide, made from different mixtures of earthenware clays.
Small woven plate detail
Crochet Plates
These pieces are collectors pieces as no new ones are made
sample 1
sample 2
Chrochet plate detail.
