Our round-up of key stories from the world of ceramics
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The exploding teacup
Toni De Jesus takes traditional forms and disrupts them into vivid, expressive pieces. Andre Hess uncovers the background to his ethos
Alison J. Clark ’s creative journey embraces transformation and unpredictability. Annie Le Santo finds out more
Pushing porcelain to its limits, Dutch designer Olivier van Herpt rewrites tradition. Cormac Lehnen learns about his process
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Patience is a virtue
Bisila Noha visits the BAN Workshop in Dakar, Senegal, and experiences the commitment of its founders to reinvigorate traditional ceramic practices in the country
CR’s pick of the crop of current ceramic exhibitions
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Symbolism and solac
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Beth Williamson delves into the influences and meaning behind Jonathan Baldock ’s latest exhibition at Jupiter Artland
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Ellen Bell highlights the key exhibitors and events to look out for at this year’s International Ceramics Festival in Aberystwyth
Cormac Lehnen selects the latest clay creations seen on social media