Danyang Song

Artist Statement

I interpret elusive emotions and symbiotic relationships, delving into the Traditional Chinese Humanistic Philosophy of 'Tian Ren He Yi'. The interconnectedness among humans, nature, and machines is complex yet exquisitely intertwined. I explore how visceral emotions, language, and communication influence our physical reactions, aiming to visualize these intangible sensations. Utilizing different ceramic techniques like coil building, wheel throwing, and ceramic 3D printing, I unravel the enigmatic nature of the human body and society. Employing diverse methods to stress materials, I capture their resistance and embrace outcomes through iterative creation of specific objects. Additionally, I merge 3D printing and hand-building techniques to explore the balance point between contemporary ceramics art and traditional craftsmanship, crafting serene meditation spaces that invite profound contemplation.

Biography

Danyang Song, originally from China, holds a Bachelor's degree from Tsinghua University and an MFA in Ceramics, along with a Collegiate Teaching in Art & Design certificate, from the Rhode Island School of Design. Her professional journey includes working at the Institute of Tea Ceremony Art at Tsinghua University and, currently, she is the faculty and ceramic studio manager at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.
Danyang Song's artworks have been featured in numerous exhibitions at prestigious institutions and galleries around the world, including the RISD Museum in Providence, The Blanc Gallery in New York, The Ely Center of Contemporary Art in New Haven, and the Kathryn Schultz Gallery in Boston, among others. And her work has also been added to the collection at Tsinghua University. Also Danyang Song has received several awards, including the Craftsmanship Innovation Award at The 1st Dehua Chinese Traditional Ceramic Biennial and the Emerging Artist Award from The Cambridge Art Association.

Cave-1; 2024; Glazed stoneware, underglaze; 10.5*5*4 inches
Cave-2; 2024; Glazed stoneware, underglaze; 12*7*6.5 inches
A Drop of Positivity; 2024; Glazed stoneware, underglaze; 15.5*7*7 inches
Bejeweled; 2024; Glazed stoneware, underglaze; 15.5*7*7 inches
Floating; 2022; Glazed stoneware, underglaze, glass; 13.7*9.8*7.8 inches
Shadow Cave; 2022; Glazed stoneware, underglaze; 12.9*3.9*78 inches