Joseph Barberio has returned with new sculptural clay forms. His approach ensures the singularity of each piece, since he builds either by coiling or forms a piece from hand rolled slabs. All his work is bisque fired in the normal fashion, then goes through a special, second firing with sawdust in small metal barrels. While he begins each piece with a specific design in mind, Joseph often lets the clay “talk” to him during the slow shaping process. His aim is sometimes sculptural rather than functional thus a few of his pieces are closed, mid-sized forms. None are considered food-safe, though his vase-like forms are treated on the interior to allow them to hold water.
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Judith Fischer, his wife, is also displaying some tiny art paintings among the ceramic pieces. She will be bringing more paintings for the walls in a few days.
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Joseph and Judith create art at their studio in Hostile Valley in Liberty. Their exhibit will be at the library during July and August. All of their items are for sale with 50% of the sales being donated to the library.