{"title":"Véronique Pettit Laforet","description":"\u003cp\u003eVéronique Pettit Laforet's works delve into the vibrant world of contemporary art, with a particular focus on ceramics as a dynamic form of expression. Her writing offers insightful explorations of artistic techniques, creative processes, and the evolving cultural significance of modern craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful and visually rich narratives that celebrate the intersection of tradition and innovation within the arts. Her books are a valuable resource for anyone interested in the aesthetics and craft of contemporary ceramic art.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"contemporary-ceramic-art-by-veronique-pettit-laforet-9780500295786","title":"Contemporary Ceramic Art","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo longer considered merely decorative, ceramic art has broken free from the dusty display cases to which it was once relegated and is now taking centre stage in contemporary galleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough often integrating traditional modelling, firing and glazing techniques into their output, the 90 artists featured here invite us to look at ceramics in a different way. Whether creating monumental installations or intricate miniatures, imaginary beasts or life-size human figures, they subtly blur the borders between art and craft. Sometimes conceiving witty or unnerving twists on traditional ceramic forms, and sometimes using cutting-edge technology, conceptual thinking and new platforms to push the boundaries of clay and broaden its appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePacked with works that are questioning and provocative, disturbing and seductive, \u003cem\u003eContemporary Ceramic Art\u003c\/em\u003e offers an exciting overview of a booming field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47462731514092,"sku":"9780500295786","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780500295786-contemporary-ceramic-art.jpg?v=1775022514"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/veronique-pettit-laforet.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}