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Collection: Chris Bing and Jan Wax

Chris Bing and Jan Wax have been working together as collaborative artists for more than 20 years.  Jan throws both porcelain and stoneware on the wheel, and Chris adds sculptural details to the forms, and also hand-builds.  The creation of one of their pieces includes choosing the right shape for the sculptural forms, deciding how to glaze the piece, and firing the work.  Their work is fired to cone 10 in a propane gas kiln, so it is both decorative and functional.  The glazes reflect their interest in Asian ceramics, and include celadon, tenmoku, and copper reds.  Chris and Jan feel that they have successfully developed their own personal style, while working within an ancient tradition. 

Chris has always had a deep interest in the natural world, and has collected dozens of field guides for inspiration.  They also live on land that is rich with wildlife.  He need only turn over a stone or two to find a salamander model  for his sculptures.  The work is all done by hand and no molds are ever used.  Clay offers him unlimited possibilities to express his creativity.

"We feel very fortunate to have been able to live and work in Anderson Valley for the past 23 years.  Here, in this rural setting, we have been inspired to create beautiful objects, to tend our garden, and to appreciate the creatures that live in this natural splendor."

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  • Frog on Branch Oval Vase
    hand sculpted frog sits on a branch arching over an oval vase in celdon, brown-black tenmoku and red glazes.
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  • Octopus Vase
    Sculpted octopus on vase, celedon and dark red brown, tenmoku glaze
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  • Ceramic Frog Handled Basket
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  • Ceramic Double Salamander Bowl
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  • Frog on Branch Vase
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  • Ceramic Screech Owl Vase
    ceramic vase with branch and screech owl atop. Brown/black tenmoku and pale green celedon with red and gold glazes.
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  • Square Ceramic Bottle with Salamanders
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  • Ceramic Crab Vase
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