Me & the Boss

Me & the Boss

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Aesthetically Appealing And Functional Handmade Pottery Bowl

By Lela Perkins


One of the things that set human beings apart from other species of animals is the creative genius. Mankind has been capable of creating lovely art work for centuries. In fact, many of the crafty pieces of art also double as handy devices that' serve a number of purposes. One such item is a handmade pottery bowl.

The very nature of the bowls necessitates the use of moldable material. Whatever the artisan chooses to use as raw material must be flexible enough to be adjusted by hand during the creative process. This is why clay has always been the traditional material used by artisans to mold the items. As time progressed ceramic bowls emerged as artisans developed ways of creating more fashionable items for their clients.

The artistic qualities of each item owe their existence to the creativity of the potter. Initially, bowls were all made with one shape-round. Over time though, different shapes and sizes emerged. The sizes and shapes have evolved to meet the needs and preferences of pottery lovers.

For those who wish to use them as decorative or artistic pieces there are many options. Potters design handcrafted bowls in such a manner that the shapes are unique. Traditionally, the bowls were simply circular in shape however today's creators are able to produce units that display a number of curves and angles, giving them additional aesthetic and artistic value.

The decorations on the outside and inside of the bowls add to their aesthetic appeal. The paintings themselves are also often done by hand. Custom panting is offered by some potters. This means that the client can provide the painter with a general idea or even a picture of what they would like to see depicted on the item. Bowls that are decorated by hand increase in value.

The images depicted on the bowls help to accentuate their beauty. If you want your bowl to display a particular image message or idea then customized painting is for you. Some potters offer this service as a value added feature for their customers.You can provide the painter with a description or picture of what you want it to look like.

These items are great as gifts because it isn't very hard to find one that appeals to different tastes. There is also the fact that they can be customized to suit the preferences of the intended recipient. Those who need a gift for a wedding, anniversary party, birthday celebration or even a house warming should consider these bowls.

Clearly today's artisans recognize the need to satisfy their clients and keep them interested in the products that they offer. This is why the different sizes, shapes and designs have been developed and can be seen on the shelves of online and physical stores around the world. Handmade pottery bowl lovers definitely have a wide variety of options as they shop for the item that speaks volumes about their personalities.




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