Michelle Dziak Ceramics

fine art ceramics

On every level, Michelle Dziak’s work with clay honors its origins. An intimate relationship to the Earth is present in her hand building process, her forms and textures, and her preferred finishing technique: wood firing. As an active, joyous participant in the wood firing community, Dziak celebrates ceramics as it relates to people. She views her art as an homage to human history and as a mode of connecting with ourselves through the Earth.

Each piece represents a conversation between artist and medium. “It’s kind of an adventure, kind of a puzzle, kind of a dialogue,” Dziak says, when talking about what draws her to ceramics. She may approach a piece with her own idea to communicate, but the clay often takes her in it’s own direction. “I do not necessarily feel responsible for what ends up happening,” she says serenely. “I’ll push those edges quite far.”

Michelle Dziak

Rick Wittrig’s Fire Pits Warm The Soul

Bella Vita Fire Pit

There’s nothing quite like gathering outside around a roaring fire with great company. On a warm evening, a bonfire makes the party feel more intimate and inviting. On a cool evening, there’s absolutely nothing like it.

Imagine swapping stories, having a drink, and roasting marshmallows around one of these gorgeous, artisan-crafted fire pits.

Bella Vita Fire Pit

Bella Vita Fire Pit

Artist Rick Wittrig builds these beautiful fire pits out of quarter-inch thick steel, in order to withstand the extremes of fire and the great outdoors. The Bella Vita boasts a matte bowl with a polished base, creating a stunning object that will age gracefully.

The Scallop Fire Pit

Scallop Fire Pit

Each fire pit is individually signed and numbered by the artist, resulting in a unique art piece custom created for its new home. The Scallop Fire Pit features a iron oxide finish that will naturally darken over time.

Navigator Fire Pit

Navigator Fire Pit

Wittrig makes his fire pits no-maintenance by coating the interiors with high temperature resistant paint and incorporating a rainwater drain into all designs. The Navigator Fire Pit is just one of several models available, including custom work.

Barefoot Beach Fire Pit

Barefoot Beach Fire Pit

Like all of Wittrig’s pieces, the Barefoot Beach Fire Pit is lovingly cut by hand. Each fire pit is as unique as the home it occupies.

Third Rock Fire Pit

Third Rock Fire Pit

The variety of fire pit styles available from Wittrig’s workshop means they can be incorporated into any outdoor space. The Third Rock Fire Pit stands at just over three feet tall and weigh less than 300 lbs, making it relatively substantial but easy to move around.

 

The above sampling of firepits, available exclusively at Donjenna, only scratch the surface of what is possible. Our online store features over a dozen different designs. As always, pieces can be customized just for you. Browse all of our breathtaking offerings here.

Lorin Silverman

lorin silvermanLorin Silverman has developed an exceptional reputation as an independent glass artist and designer. He received his BFA in Glass from Alfred University. Lorin has studied with as well as been influenced by the Italian maestros Dino Rossin, Pino Signoretto, and the late Elio Quarisa. Gaining recognition for his technical ability and the planning and execution of large and complex hand blown objects, Lorin has been sought after to fabricate work for other artists and designers.

Lorin has worked at The Corning Museum of Glass as a gaffer in the Museum’s Hot Glass Show and a flameworking artist in the Museum’s Innovations Program.  He is a frequent instructor at The Corning Museum of Glass as well as at Brooklyn Glass.  Lorin has been a demonstrating artist at Urban Glass in NYC, The Studio at The Corning Museum of Glass, and Hudson Beach Glass in Philadelphia.

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