BOOK RELEASE: “Shaping Global Masterpieces”

‘Shaping Global Masterpieces’ is the first volume in a new editorial series by the International Academy of Ceramics (IAC) celebrating the extraordinary creativity and expertise of its members worldwide. This beautifully designed inaugural volume brings together the voices of 35 artists from 21 countries, each offering a rare insight into their artistic world. Through personal reflections, descriptions of techniques and insights into contemporary ceramic practices, the contributors reveal their mastery and the vision that inspires them.

More than just a visual showcase, the book reflects the Academy’s core mission: to foster global dialogue, elevate artistic excellence and facilitate the exchange of knowledge across cultures. With 178 pages of richly illustrated content, ‘Shaping Global Masterpieces‘ is a valuable source of inspiration and information for a wide range of readers, including ceramic artists and designers, museum and gallery professionals, collectors, educators, researchers, as well as bookshops, libraries and cultural institutions.

By showcasing the diverse perspectives and practices of artists from around the globe, this book offers a valuable resource for anyone engaged with contemporary ceramics, whether through creation, curation, education, or collection.

Key information:

• Title: Shaping Global Masterpieces  
• Publisher: International Academy of Ceramics (IAC)
• Contributors: 35 IAC members
• Countries represented: 21
• Format: Print-on-demand
• Language: English
• Release: October 2025
• Length: 178 pages
• Price: $ 45 USD
• Availability: Amazon
• ISBN: 978-2-9701969-0-7 

For further information, please contact Marie:  admin@aic-iac.org 

> CLICK HERE for the Amazon (USA) link

(Please make sure to switch to your regional Amazon site to order the book.)

• Featured artists:

Antoinette Badenhorst (United States) 
Corrie Bain (United Kingdom) 
Wei Bao (China) 
Julie Bartholomew (Australia) 
Susan Beiner (United States) 
Steven Branfman (United States) 
Ming-Shun Cho (Chinese Taipei)  
Antonella Cimatti (Italy) 
John Dermer (Australia) 
Ken Eastman (United Kingdom) 
Simcha Even Chen (Israel) 
Maria Geszler Garzuly (Hungary) 
Graham Hay (Australia), 
Agnès Husz (Hungary) 
David Jones (United Kingdom) 
Helene Kirchmair (Austria)