Our fine art decorative ceramics are nationally known and collected for their unique sculptural and classical styles. Jean loves her work and wants each new owner to feel the same love. Porcelain vessels, masks, wallhangings and cover jars thrown on the wheel then sculpted, stretched, paddled and ripped into face representations, each with subtle differences. Some are painted with bright oxide colors, etched and high fired. Bing is fascinated with the human attraction to the human face and the emotional response it evokes.
All pieces are foodsafe and oven, microwave and dishwasher safe.
Their forms and glazes reflect the vivid colors and free, sensual forms of nature. By glazing with copper and manipulating fire and atmosphere, she attempts to transform simple materials into something spiritual, or at least arresting, to viewers. The Barry's are crafters of whimsical handmade ceramic animal ocarinas - folk wind flutes. Over 50 different designs are offered with easy to follow instructions and a songbook.