From The Fire: Contemporary Korean Ceramics

“These pieces represent the finest and most honored work in modern Korean ceramics… [T]he first show of its kind in the West.”

— Diane Weddington, Oakland Tribune

“Visitors will find themselves surrounded by stunning examples of exquisite craftsmanship, varied techniques and artistic visions. With such an abundance of riches, it’s difficult to know where to stand.”

— Christopher A. Yates, The Columbus Dispatch

In celebration of the one-hundredth anniversary of Korean immigration to the United States, From the Fire: Contemporary Korean Ceramics showcased new works by artists from Korea. A majority of the pieces were created in 2003 exclusively for the exhibition, presenting a diverse array of over 90 ceramic pieces by 54 artists. The artists in the exhibition range in age from 30 to 80 years old and come from many regions and schools, effectively highlighting the distinct trends in the development of contemporary Korean ceramics. The works demonstrate how traditional techniques are combined with contemporary influences to express new ideas. From the Fire marks the first time a Korean curator has selected contemporary ceramic works by Korean artists for exhibition in North America.

The curator, Ms. Cho Chung Hyun, is a ceramic artist and professor at the College of Art, Ewha Womans University, in Seoul, Korea. Most of the 54 artists in the exhibition donated select works to venues on the national tour. A fully-illustrated exhibition catalogue was produced for the exhibition.

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