'Atmos-fire' will feature innovative work from a range of atmospheric firing techniques, including the use of fuels other than wood.  These could include soda/salt vapour firing, saggar firing, raku, fuming and other processes from which atmospheric effects are clearly evident. The aim is to present a thought-provoking show, challenging and building on our understanding of a "wood-fired aesthetic".  If you feel your work fits the criteria and would like to be considered for the exhibition, please contact Gail Nichols at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Send a brief statement about your work and firing technique, and a few typical images of your work. 

            'The Log Book Emerging Wood Firer Award 2011'

This award is being sponsored by The Log Book – the international publication for woodfirers and those interested in woodfiring and wood-fired ceramics. www.thelogbook.net   

The recipient of this generous award will be selected from all the eligible exhibits at Woodfire Tasmania 2011 (including the delegates ‘Punters Backpack Show’).

Valued at AU$750 the Award will consist of a Special Box Set containing all back issues of The Log Book (1 – 44) a two year subscription (45 – 52) and AU$150 in cash.

To be eligible for ‘The Log Book Emerging Woodfirer Award 2011’, exhibitors must either be resident in, or a citizen of Australia or New Zealand and fit into one of the following categories:

•    A student in full-time education    
•    A full-time apprentice    
•    A potter, clay / woodfire artist who has established their own studio / practice within the past ten years.

To be considered for the award, exhibitors will need to register by completing the required form which will be made available at Woodfire Tasmania 2011. 
   
The judge for this award will be an eminent international woodfirer (to be announced later).

The Award will be presented at the conclusion of the last presentation on the afternoon of Saturday 30th April.