Matt GibsonAli martin and Chelsea Ramsey

Who is your artist?

The artist we choose, Matt Gibson, is not only an esteemed potter, but a acclaimed woodworker as well.

Picture of Kiln

What Type of Kiln and Definition?

Matt Gibson prefers an electric kiln when effectively executing the firing of his ceramic pieces.

Electric Kiln: Kilns operated by electricity

Background Information

Matt Gibson is a proud father of two young boys: Skylar and Nash, and the loving husband of Kirsten Gibson. Matt Gibson was born on March 29,1971 in Cumberland Maryland, and currently resides in Elm City North Carolina. Aside from being an esteemed potter Matt Gibson prides himself on being an motivating, self-reliant, and patient ceramic teacher.

Education

2013 International Baccalaureate Training via The Florida Association of IB World School Tampa, Florida

1999 Effective Teacher Training Program via East Carolina University Greenville, North Carolina

1998 M.F.A. Ceramics & Wood Design via Illinois State University Normal Illinois

1993 B.F.A Ceramics via East Carolina Greenville North Carolina

Name of Piece: Blue Wave Orange Dragonfly Tea Pot

Creation Date: September 2013

Type of Form: Tea Pot

Why did you choose this piece: We chose the Blue Wave Orange Dragonfly Tea Pot to illustrate Matt Gibson’s fascination with nature.

Name of Piece: Orange Fish Coffee Mug

Creation Date: March 2013

Type of Form: Coffee Mug

Why did you choose this piece: We chose Orange Fish Coffee Mug to display his trade mark image, a fish.

Name of Piece: Wave Wobble Bottle

Creation Date: January 2013

Type of Form: Wobble Bottle

Why did you choose this piece: We chose the Wave Wobble Bottle to display Matt Gibson’s innovative nature. (tendency)

Name of Piece: Octa Peach on Aqua Small Serving Dish

Creation Date: January 2013

Type of Form: Small Serving Dish

Why did you choose this piece: We chose the Octa Peach on Aqua Small Serving Dish because we fell in love with its whimsical patterns and vibrant color palette.

What Cultural Influence Does The Artist Incorporate Into Their Work And How?

Matt Gibson draws his inspiration form the Polynesian culture. Depicting an oceanic theme through the incorporation of picturesque aquatic wildlife.

Historical Form

Why did you choose this piece? We chose the Polynesia inspired

ceramic set because of its resemblance to Matt Gibson’s theme through the use of vibrant colors and depiction of aquatic life.