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Lauren Hanson - 2020 Exhibition

"Natural Wonders"

September 12 - November 21, 2020
Beato Gallery

 

Fountain by Lauren Hanson"Just when we need some saving grace and solace in these challenging times, Lauren Hanson has produced a body of work which inspires and informs us of a better time and place. These new pieces speak about the wonder of nature and the beauty of traditional art. Her view of nature is an intimate one, conjuring up moments of tenderness and vulnerability as well as images of strength and power. If knowledge is power, feelings and emotions may be the saving grace of our humanity. Lauren makes the most of both knowledge and emotion in her work.

Her curiosity and research into an idea then becomes a journey of discovery which embraces historical art and current themes. Aside from her extensive research and technical expertise which go into the ceramic presentations, her work displays an emotional honesty and human sensitivity which elevates us in a most endearing way. The integration of ceramic forms and visual story telling draws us into her world of wonder. What I feel most about her work is an uncompromising artistic integrity which lends itself to her own artistic voice, a voice which speaks clearly from the heart, with strength and tenderness."

- Dane Venaas
Collaborator on many of Lauren Hanson's larger pieces,
Professional Potter, and UCSB Ceramic Instructor with 40 years of experience

 

If you wish to purchase a piece in the exhibition, please call us at (805) 646-3381.

 

Animal and Bird Jars

Most of the animals in this series are sleeping. A sleeping animal is such a dear and vulnerable image. To me this speaks to the vulnerability of animals in today's world. There is something troubling, like a hawk, in most of the animal dream pieces. 
 

Lauren Hanson - Fox Dreams
Fox Dreams (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 7.5" x 6.5" | $175.
Lauren Hanson - Bunny Dreams
Bunny Dreams (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 7" x 5" | $225.

 

Lauren Hanson - Giraffe Dreams
Giraffe Dreams (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 12" x 6.5" | $400.
Lauren Hanson - Red Panda Jar
Red Panda Jar (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 12" x 8.5" | $300.

 

Lauren Hanson - The Last Great Auk
The Last Great Auk (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 10" x 7" | $175.
Lauren Hanson - Sgraffito Bunny Jar
Sgraffito Bunny Jar (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 6.25" x 5.5" | $200.

 

Lauren Hanson - Porcelain Bunny Dreams
Porcelain Bunny Dreams (SOLD)
Porcelain | 7" x 5.5" | $185.
 

Animal Plates
These plates may also be wall mounted.

Lauren Hanson - Bunny Sleep
Bunny Sleep (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 1.5" x 10" | $300.
Lauren Hanson - Fox Sleep
Fox Sleep (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 1.5" x 10" | $300.

 

The Tree Vase Series

The tree vases are inspired in part by the Arts and Crafts Era tree vases. The form of Aspen Vase and the Eucalyptus Vase suggests a tree trunk. The Oak Pot and Olive Jar are designed in a folk art style, with the leaves and fruit greatly enlarged. 

Lauren Hanson - Aspen Vase
Aspen Vase (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 15" x 6.5" | $400.
Lauren Hanson - Eucalyptus Vase
Eucalyptus Vase
Salt-fired stoneware | 14.5" x 6" | $400.

 

Lauren Hanson - Valley Oak Pot
Valley Oak Pot (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 17.5" x 13" | $550.

 

Lauren Hanson - Shaggy Palms Vase
Shaggy Palms Vase
Salt-fired stoneware | 23.5" x 11" | $900.
Lauren Hanson - Warm Wind Vase
Warm Wind Vase (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 19.5" x 9" | $500.

 

Lauren Hanson - Olive Jar
Olive Jar (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 23" x 14" | $1,000.

 

Polished Porcelain
 

Lauren Hanson - Polished Matilijas
Polished Matilijas (SOLD)
Polished porcelain | 8.5" x 7.5" | $300.


Lauren Hanson - Polished Porcelain Weed Vases
Polished Porcelain Weed Vases
Left to right: Wild Morning Glory $125., Prickly Lettuce $175., Dandelion (SOLD) $175.,
Thistle $175., and Sour Grass (SOLD) $125.

Porcelain polished on the outside, glazed on the inside | 5" to 11" high
Weed Pots are a traditional form for potters since the 1960s. They are small vases with narrow openings designed to hold a sprig from nature that you might find on a walk or your child might bring to you. These are polished porcelain, unglazed on the outside, with etched images of our local "weeds".
They also make good bud vases.

 

The Celadons

Celadon, a semi-transparent glaze originating in China, is a light blue or light green glaze that plays up and enhances shallow carving on porcelain. The Chinese loved the green celadon for its similarity to jade. The word "celadon" can also be used for pieces coated in the glaze.

Lauren Hanson - Cloud Ring Bottle
Cloud Ring Bottle (SOLD)
Porcelain | 12" x 8" | $275.
Lauren Hanson - Green Lotus Vase
Green Lotus Vase (SOLD)
Thrown by Dane Venaas
Porcelain | 14.5" x 7" | $300.

 

Lauren Hanson - Cloud Saki Set
Cloud Saki Set (SOLD)
Porcelain | Saki bottle is 8" x 3.5" | $120.

 

Lauren Hanson - Pigeon Stem Vase
Lauren Hanson - Pigeon Stem Vase
Pigeon Stem Vase (SOLD)
Stoneware with porcelain slip (each side is shown) | 8" x 6" | $125.

 

Celadon Weeping Trees

The Weeping Trees vases are wheel thrown then altered from the round to reflect the forms of the trees themselves. (Each side is shown.)

Lauren Hanson - Weeping Eucalyptus
Lauren Hanson - Weeping Eucalyptus
Weeping Eucalyptus (SOLD)
Porcelain | 17" x 8.5" | $400.

 

Lauren Hanson - Weeping Pepper Tree
Lauren Hanson - Weeping Pepper Tree
Weeping Pepper Tree
Porcelain | 14.5" x 10" | $400.

 

Lauren Hanson - Robins in Weeping Willow
Lauren Hanson - Robins in Weeping Willow
Robins in Weeping Willow
Porcelain | 16" x 7.5" | $350.

 

Asian Art Riff Tea Bowls

(Each side is shown)

Lauren Hanson - Chrysanthemum and Iris Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Chrysanthemum and Iris Tea Bowl
Chrysanthemum and Iris (SOLD)
Porcelain | 4" x 4.25" | $60.


 

Lauren Hanson - Birds and Clouds Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Birds and Clouds Tea Bowl
Birds and Clouds (SOLD)
Porcelain | 4.25" x 4.25" | $60.



 

Lauren Hanson - Birds and Persimmons Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Birds and Persimmons Tea Bowl
Birds and Persimmons (SOLD)
Porcelain | 4" x 4" | $60.



 

Lauren Hanson - Cypress Tree and Cherry Blossoms Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Cypress Tree and Cherry Blossoms Tea Bowl
Cypress Tree and Cherry Blossoms (SOLD)
Porcelain | 4.25" x 4.25" | $60.



 

Lauren Hanson - Morning Glories Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Morning Glories Tea Bowl
Morning Glories (SOLD)
Porcelain | 3.25" high | $60.

 

Lauren Hanson -  Butterfly Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson -  Butterfly Tea Bowl
Butterfly (SOLD)
Porcelain | 3.25" high | $60.

 

Lauren Hanson - Faceted Tea Bowl
Faceted Tea Bowl (SOLD)
Porcelain | 3-1/8" high | $60.

 

Lauren Hanson - Chrysanthemum and Morning Glories Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Chrysanthemum and Morning Glories Tea Bowl
Chrysanthemum and Morning Glories (SOLD)
Porcelain | 4" x 3.5" | $60.

 

Lauren Hanson - Chrysanthemum and Butterfly Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Chrysanthemum and Butterfly Tea Bowl
Chrysanthemum and Butterfly (SOLD)
Porcelain | 3.5" x 4.5" | $60.

 

Lauren Hanson - Peonies and Japanese Pattern Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Peonies and Japanese Pattern Tea Bowl
Peonies and Japanese Pattern (SOLD)
Porcelain | 4.75" x 3.5" | $60.

 

Lauren Hanson - Birds in the Wisteria Tea Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Birds in the Wisteria Tea Bowl
Birds in the Wisteria (SOLD)
Porcelain | 4.5" x 3.5" | $60.

 

Asian Art Riff Bowls

(Each side is shown)

Lauren Hanson - Cloud Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Cloud Bowl
Cloud Bowl (SOLD)
Porcelain | 4.5" x 9" | $200.

 

Lauren Hanson - Small Lotus Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Small Lotus Bowl
Small Lotus Bowl (SOLD)
(Can also be used as a tea bowl)
Porcelain | 2-1/8" x 5" | $60.

 

Lauren Hanson - Small Chrysanthemum Peony Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Small Chrysanthemum Peony Bowl
Small Chrysanthemum Peony Bowl (SOLD)
(Can also be used as a tea bowl)
Porcelain | 2-1/8" x 5" | $60.

 

Lauren Hanson - Mt. Fuji and Bamboo Bowl
Lauren Hanson - Mt. Fuji and Bamboo Bowl
Mt. Fuji and Bamboo Bowl (SOLD)
(Small bowl that can also be used as a tea bowl)
Porcelain | 2.5" x 4-5/8" | $60.

 

Asian Art Riff Goblets

(Each side of the goblet pair is shown below)

Asian Art Riff Goblets

Asian Art Riff Goblets
Asian Art Riff Goblet Pair (SOLD)
Porcelain | Approx. 5.5" | $120. for the pair

 

Blue Willow

Blue Willow is a Chinoiserie pattern used on china beginning in 18th century England. It remains popular to this day. The elements of the design, such as the pair of doves, the willow tree, the bridge, a little boat, an island and Chinese buildings, evolved into a fairy tale with various versions. In my family there was a large Blue Willow platter that was used only for special occasions. I did not know the fairy tale, but I was fascinated by the elements of it and probably came up with my own stories. In this series I have attempted to be playful with the Blue Willow imagery and captured some of my childhood delight in it. (Each side of most pieces below is shown.)

Lauren Hanson - Blue Willow Dragon Cookie Jar
Lauren Hanson - Blue Willow Dragon Cookie Jar
Blue Willow Dragon Cookie Jar (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 8.5" x 8.5" | $300.

 
Lauren Hanson - Blue Willow Panda Cookie Jar
Lauren Hanson - Blue Willow Panda Cookie Jar
Blue Willow Panda Cookie Jar (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 9" x 7.5" | $300.

 

Lauren Hanson - The Bridge - Blue Willow Cup
Lauren Hanson - The Bridge - Blue Willow Cup
The Bridge (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 5" high | $70.

 

Lauren Hanson - Pagoda - Blue Willow Cup
Lauren Hanson - Pagoda - Blue Willow Cup
Pagoda (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 4.5" high | $70.

 

Lauren Hanson - The Boat - Blue Willow Cup
Lauren Hanson - The Boat - Blue Willow Cup
The Boat (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 4.5" high | $70.

 

Lauren Hanson - The Boat - Blue Willow Cup
Lauren Hanson - The Boat - Blue Willow Cup
The Boat 2 (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 5.5" high | $70.

 

Lauren Hanson - Pair of Doves - Blue Willow Cup
Lauren Hanson - Pair of Doves - Blue Willow Cup
Pair of Doves (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 4.25" high | $70.

 

Lauren Hanson - Pair of Doves - The Trees Cup
Lauren Hanson - Pair of Doves - The Trees Cup
The Trees (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 4.25" high | $70.

 

Lauren Hanson - Blue Willow Jar
Blue Willow Jar (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 10" x 7" | $250.

 

Other Works by the Artist

(Each side is shown.)

Lauren Hanson - Minoan Spirit
Lauren Hanson - Minoan Spirit
Minoan Spirit (SOLD)
Thrown by Dane Venaas
Salt-fired stoneware | 17.5" x 13.5" | $500.

 

Lauren Hanson - Mermaid Ring Pitcher
Lauren Hanson - Mermaid Ring Pitcher
Mermaid Ring Pitcher (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 12" x 10" x 3" | $300.

 

Lauren Hanson - Afghan Eyes
Lauren Hanson - Afghan Eyes
Afghan Eyes
Salt-fired stoneware | 13" x 9" | $300.

 

 

Driving Rights Car Mugs
The following two mugs are for the car. They are inspired by the change in the laws in Saudi Arabia that now allow women to drive. The patterns are from Arab mehndi (henna skin painting) that women adorn themselves with before weddings.

Lauren Hanson - Driving Rights Car Mug 1
Lauren Hanson - Driving Rights Car Mug 2
Driving Rights 1 - Car Mug (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware with gold luster | 5.5" x 5.5" | $65.
(Both sides of mug are shown)

 

Lauren Hanson - Driving Rights Car Mug 2
Lauren Hanson - Driving Rights Car Mug 2
Driving Rights 2 - Car Mug (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware with gold luster | 5.75" x 5.5" | $65.
(Both sides of mug are shown)

 

 

Lauren Hanson - Pilgrim's Flask
Lauren Hanson - Pilgrim's Flask
Pilgrim's Flask (SOLD)
Salt-fired stoneware | 10" x 8" | $250.

 

Lauren Hanson - Animals of the Nile
Lauren Hanson - Animals of the Nile
Lauren Hanson - Animals of the Nile
Animals of the Nile III (SOLD)
(Three sides are shown)
Salt-fired stoneware | 21.5" h x 9" dia | $550. 

 

Fountain

Fountain by Lauren Hanson
Fountain by Lauren Hanson
Mermaid Fountain (SOLD)
Collaboration with Dane Venaas
Stoneware | 36" x 11" | $1200.
 

 

Bird Mugs

The names of the birds are inscribed on the bottom of each mug.
There is a bird on each side, usually a male and a female (each side of mug is shown below).
Salt-fired stoneware | Approx. 4.75" and 5.25" high. | $60. each

Lauren Hanson - Dark-Eyed Junco Mug
Dark-Eyed Junco Mug (SOLD)

Lauren Hanson - Spotted Towhee Mug
Spotted Towhee Mug (SOLD)

 

 

View Lauren Hanson's Exhibitions and Artist Page:

Lauren Hanson - 2023 Exhibition
2023 Exhibition
Sept. 9 - Oct. 22, 2023
Lauren Hanson - 2020 Exhibition
2020 Exhibition

"Natural Wonders"
Lauren Hanson - 2018 Exhibition
2018 Exhibition

"Inside / Outside"
Lauren Hanson - 2016 Exhibition
2016 Exhibition

"Art and Nature"
Lauren Hanson - 2014 Exhibition
2014 Exhibition

"Illustrative Ceramics"
Lauren Hanson - Artist Page
Lauren Hanson

Artist Page


 

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