Alan Higinbotham spiral bowl Alan Higinbotham handled tray
I have been looking for a really fine ceramic artist that makes functional table and cooking ware for the gallery. My problem is that not only does the work have to be superior, but it also has to be colorful, in that it has to compete with the blown glass in the gallery. I went to La Quinta Art Festival this past March as part of this quest. The La Quinta show is considered by most artists, and art associations to be the best art show in the country. I had been there many times before, and was always impressed with the quality of the art.
Alan Higinbotham Spiral Cup Alan Higinbotham Tea Pot
It didn't take me long to find what I had been looking for. As I turned down an isle there in front of m e was the work or Oregon artist Alan Higinbotham. Alan's work is very vibrant with pleasing colors, and textures. Alan uses both gloss and flat glazes, and red, amber, and green colors to decorate his pieces. Alan makes dishes, bowls, pitchers, and cups in a variety of sizes and functions. One look and you can not help but be impressed with Alan's quality and exceptional talent.
Alan uses porcelain for all his pieces so they are fired at a high temperature, are extraordinarily strong and not overly heavy. In addition his designs are not only pleasing to the eye, but well balanced and comfortable to handle.
I hope to represent Alan Higinbotham at our Santa Monica, CA Gallery for many years to come.
