The Journal of Australian Ceramics Vol 54 No 1 April 2015
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Editorial<br />
From Minakami to Sydne-y:<br />
Euan Craig and Vicki Gnma on Skype, discussing the<br />
Intricacies <strong>of</strong> editing, pro<strong>of</strong>ing. captions and charaders<br />
I didn't expect this change so quickly. From plain<br />
white china being commonplace to <strong>Australian</strong><br />
handmade tableware gracing tables in more<br />
than a few <strong>of</strong> our restaurants and cafes, the<br />
shift has been swift. <strong>The</strong> look is more rustic, with<br />
the earthy colours <strong>of</strong> grey and brown creating<br />
a perfect backdrop to stunning local food. <strong>The</strong><br />
plate served to the table, graced with delicious<br />
food, is a work <strong>of</strong> art. <strong>The</strong> term 'farm to the<br />
table' is now joined by 'studio to the table'.<br />
I have enjoyed working over the last six months with guest editor Euan Craig, and we have proven<br />
that with email and Skype it is possible to edit the journal from anywhere in the world. Euan has<br />
brought to us some unique stories <strong>of</strong> what it means to make functional ceramics today and how our<br />
collaborations with chefs, restaurants and our local communities are at the crux <strong>of</strong> ensuring the value <strong>of</strong><br />
our ceramics is enjoyed by as many people as possible. I'm sure you 'll enjoy Euan 's special focus in this<br />
issue.<br />
In daily discussions with <strong>The</strong> <strong>Australian</strong> <strong>Ceramics</strong> Association members, journal subscribers and those<br />
who find our magazine on library and book shop shelves, I have been encouraged to share my call for<br />
your support here. <strong>The</strong> Association has been able to <strong>of</strong>fer this wonderful connection with, and record<br />
<strong>of</strong>. the <strong>Australian</strong> ceramics community over 53 years by your support through membership fees and<br />
subscriptions, and advertising revenue from the ceramics businesses (suppliers, galleries and regional<br />
groups) who generously support us to make this happen. Please support us and our advertisers in every<br />
way you can. Encourage fellow potters and ceramicists to join our Association. Buy your supplies from<br />
our advertisers. Buy a gift subscription to the <strong>Journal</strong> or a TACA membership. Do a ceramics workshop.<br />
Give a gift made by your local potter. What goes around comes around and will help us to make the<br />
ceramics community in Australia bigger and stronger.<br />
I hope to be able to meet you in person at the <strong>Australian</strong> <strong>Ceramics</strong><br />
Triennale in Canberra in Ju ly. It's shaping up to be a great coming together<br />
around our common love <strong>of</strong> ceramics!<br />
~.<br />
THE JOURNAL Of AUSTRALIAN CERAMICS APRIL 201S )
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