Artificial intelligence is entering many areas of our lives. While some may fear it, others are building alongside it or exploring where it might lead us. Anna Dubinsky has been in a long dialogue with AI, using it as part of her creative process and opening new ways of thinking. Today in the Society, we are sharing her honest article about the whole honest experience — from unexpected discoveries to moments of frustration, limitations, and possibilities, and the collaboratio

“Without my two cups of black tea with milk, I simply can’t begin the day,” says Austrian artist and educator, Astrid Young . Teaching for over three decades at the University of Art in Linz, Astrid is among the few bringing polymer clay into the academic field, introducing it to her students, the future art educators, and quietly challenging its place among traditional materials. After discovering polymer clay only a few years ago and attending Polymer Week events in the Cz

Another beautiful session we shared with over thirty members of our community, who joined us to meet UK artist Fiona Abel Smith , and shared more about her world and the path that led her to where she is today. We spoke about her transition from oil painting to “painting” with polymer clay, and the joy she finds in exploring a wide range of techniques, from intricate jewellery pieces to wall art and larger sculptural works. We also touched on the reality of being a full time

The multitalented American artist Barbara Briggs has long been fascinated by exploring a wide range of materials. This time, she shares her approach to combining polymer clay with metal. At first, the approach to working with these materials is very different. Yet in her work, they form what Barbara calls the “perfect marriage.” Her metal structures and connections, together with polymer clay elements, come together in thoughtful, balanced compositions where each element sup

Another marvelous challenge is behind us, and this time we dived into the interpretations of faux materials created from polymer clay. From different types of stones and structures found in nature to metal, wood, transparent elements, ceramic, and more — all of these were beautifully translated into polymer clay by our members and incorporated into wonderful pieces of jewelry and sculptures. Enjoy the recording of our members meeting, where we presented the individual entrie

"Living in Norway, with its long and scenic coastline, it feels only natural to draw inspiration from the sea and its fascinating creatures," says Christel Jensen , who prepared a wonderful step by step tutorial for polymer clay earrings. "Pearls are beautiful in their own right, but these earrings take their cue from the mussel — the delicate form found inside an oyster shell," Christel describes her organically inspired project. The earrings are refined, yet strong and lig

After years of exploring art in different forms, Shistine Peterson found her voice in polymer clay through sculptural jewelry and her now iconic miniature swimming pools. She accepted our invitation for an online session, where we had the opportunity to discover Shistine’s unique designs, the beginnings of her creative journey, and the behind the scenes of her playful and thoughtfully crafted work. We got to see parts of Shistine’s claying process, along with many helpful to

What could be more intriguing than discovering how and where artists and dear members of the Society create their magic? We’ve been sharing tutorials, articles, classes, and other forms of content where our members showcase their unique approach to polymer clay. Today, we are about to visit someone whose stunning work and combination of clay and metal have inspired many of us. Meet Barbara Briggs , an American artist living in a large three-story home where she has dedicated