Traces of Memory: Ecploring The concept of Preserving Time and Beauty Through Ceramic Bas-Relief Artworks

Abstract

This research investigates the potential of ceramic bas-relief artworks as a medium for preserving fragile and ephemeral memories, transforming them into enduring artifacts. The primary objectives are to explore the ability of ceramic art to safeguard transient memories, analyze how natural patterns, such as termite traces, can deepen understanding of temporal connections, and contribute to the broader discourse on the intersection of art, time, and cultural preservation. The study focuses on termite-inspired patterns, which symbolize impermanence and transformation, serving as metaphors for the connection between past, present, and future. The methodology involves the creation and analysis of ceramic bas-relief artworks. These artworks reinterpret ephemeral natural traces into durable ceramic forms, contrasting the transient nature of the original imprints with the enduring qualities of ceramics. The process includes observing and documenting termite traces, translating these patterns into artistic designs, and crafting ceramic pieces that embody the conceptual framework of preserving memory and time. The data consists of termite trace patterns, their artistic interpretations, and the resulting ceramic works. Through this method, the research produces tangible representations of temporal connections and explores how art can encapsulate cultural and emotional narratives. The anticipated results include the development of new approaches to artistic preservation of memory, providing a deeper understanding of how ephemeral elements can be immortalized through art. Additionally, this research contributes to academic discussions on art's role in cultural preservation and highlights its potential to inspire future generations to value shared histories.