Eric Abraham
1936 Born Harlem, New York
2013 Died Lucas, Kansas
EDUCATION
1963BFA Painting, Columbia University, New York, New York
1969MFA Ceramics, University of Nebraska Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska
PRIMARY WORK EXPERIENCE
—United States Air Force
1970'sFaculty, Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas
1971—Faculty, Summer, VailWorkshop for Art and Critical Studies, Vail, Colorado
1983-1999Studio Artist, Denver, Colorado
1999-2004Studio Artist, Wabaunsee, Kansas
2004-2013Flying Pig Studio and Gallery, Lucas, Kansas
Eric Abraham is known for hand-built porcelain vessels and wall-hung multi-layered porcelain forms. Across both bodies of work, Abraham sculpts stylized narratives with at least one miniature mythical animal, most frequently, a flying horse, pig, or fish.
Subject matter is often autobiographical. Surface techniques include underglaze, oxide brushwork, and luster glazes. Abraham focuses on color and purchased ready-mixed glazes and a white porcelain clay body.
In 1971 Abraham helped to start SummerVail Workshop for Art and Critical Studies along with Randy Milhoan, Jim Cotter, Dan Telleen.[1]
[1] https://www.vaildaily.com/news/artist-eric-abraham-returns-to-vail/ 01/21/20 19 4:07PM.
Bibliography
“Eric Abraham, World Famous Artist: Where we Discuss the Purpose of Art, Today." Interview by Terry Talty. unsafeART.com/ Limitless Idea Project, January 27, 2011..
Artist's Studio: Flying Pig Studio and Gallery
Flying Pig Studio & Gallery, was owned by artist Eric Abraham, who moved to Lucas, Kansas in 2004.