/ Gruppe 83

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German Ceramists Group 83

In 1983/84 the members of the International Academy of Ceramics (IAC) of the Federal Republic of Germany came together with the following idea:

1. Presenting ceramic art as an independent form of art in Germany

2. Promoting German ceramic artists internationally in exhibitions and publications

3. Promoting new talents

This general objective, which did not focus on representing a common artistic position, distinguishes Group 83 from other artist associations. If one asks for the secret of the group`s 39-year-long cohesion, it surely lies in the renunciation of a common artistic programme. Each member had the freedom to develop his or her art individually and to represent the group`s goals beyond any artistic programme.

The love and life for ceramics is the cement that unites a number of individualists into a group. A group that has the sovereignty to present guests with new positions at exhibitions and in a catalogue, and to attract outstanding young colleagues to participate in the group.