30th Annual - June 10 - 13, 2010
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Paul Soldner: Playing With Fire
documentary
Running Time: 59
Playing with Fire explores the life and art of Paul Soldner, the revolutionary ceramic artist who helped turn a three thousand year old craft into an accepted form of fine art. Donned as 'The Miles Davis of Ceramics' and The Father of American Raku, Soldner has made countless contributions to the ceramics world: from his discoveries of techniques, to his mechanical inventions, to his masterful and astounding creations, to his endless ability to share his passion with others. A maverick in his own right, Paul feels free to share his cutting edge philosophies towards art and life with all around him. Considered the teacher of all teachers, Soldner never ceases to encourage his students to take risks and embrace the accident, for with this curiosity and courage, they will find their own voice. A maverick in his own right, Paul feels free to share his cutting edge philosophies towards art and life. There can be no fear of losing what was once planned and there must be an urge to grow along with the discovery of the unknown make no demands, expect nothing, follow no absolute plan, be secure in change, learn to accept another solution and, finally, prefer to gamble on your own intuition. (Soldner, 1973)An inspiration for all, artist and non-artists alike, Playing with Fire explores the evolution of one man's creative process and tells the story behind the passion, inspiration and genius that makes Soldner, absolutely unique in the world of modern art.
Producer: Renee Bergan
Director: Renee Bergan
Screenwriter: Jessica Villines (Plaster Caster; Trace Evidence: The Case Files of Dr. Henry Lee)
Editor: Renee Bergan (Sadaa E Zan; Urban Canvas)
Cinematographer:
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