Earth & FireEarth & Fire celebrates the two elements essential to ceramics and the artists who work with them. Showcasing over forty five ceramicists, the book explores their techniques, tools and creative processesfrom woodfired vessels and fine porcelain to sculptural forms and everyday wares. Though their methods differ, each artist recognises that clay, glaze and heat remain the true teachers, offering constant lessons in humility and discovery. Compiled by

In parallel

I'm finally being shown as I always dreamt to be

it’s also a fun way to gather friends or family around for a quick and quirky puzzle session

This reprint

Use: Ideal for everyday wear

and sculptural installations in Australia and overseas gaining her recognition in the contemporary art world

courage and sincerity

It also features profiles of Australian artists Tim Johnson

Handcrafted fresh water pearl ring

often involving a long hike through prickly vines and scrub

based in the Northern Territory

As she paints