Walter O'Neill, ceramic sculpture
Artist directory :: Walter O'Neill, ceramic sculpture Walter O'Neill creates modern abstract ceramic sculpture and pottery in south Florida
About
My art practice radically changed in 2017 when I took a clay class. For over 40 years I had been a painter and known as a teacher of fresco painting. But since that first clay class I have been working full-time in ceramics. My ceramic sculpture quickly evolved from vessels to expressive candelabra and wall sculptures that explore dualities in many aspects of life and nature.
My sculptures have been well received in exhibitions including solo exhibits at the Bailey Contemporary Art Center in Pompano, the Deerfield Historical Society and Sugar Sand Art Gallery in Boca Raton. And in many group exhibits locally as well as in Rome, Italy. In 2023-24 I was the ceramic artist-in-residence at the Bailey Contemporary Art Center in Pompano, Florida. I currently...
Galleries
 | | unique modern abstract wall sconces and sculptures inspired by classical Renaissance and Baroque art |
 | | Unique abstract candelabra sculpture, handmade baroque sculpture |
 | | Abstract tabletop sculptures inspired by sub-tropical landscape of South Florida |
 | | BaCA 2024, solo exhibit, community engagement during the opening reception. I invited visitors to help me create a sculpture during the evening. |
 | | abstract relief wall sculpture |
 | | exotic unique wall sculpture inspired by nature |
 | | ceramic sculpture and vessels |
Blog
surrealism - a gallery talkOn Friday, Feb. 8, Walter will be presenting a gallery talk on "surrealism" at the Morgan Library and Museum, please contact for information and registration www.sidetour.comnew exhibit
opening Friday, January 18, 5-8pm
Walter' start of a blog
Just joined zhibit and found it remarkably easy to create a website! Now i have to get better photos of the artwork and download images of frescoes and works on paper. While i am looking for a new studio this has been a good way to spend time.
