suzy
Wow! I'm loving the work and especially the written information. Fantastic site!
Blog Detail
Beyond Pottery
http://www.beyondpottery.blogspot.com
An alternative approach to ceramic. Exploring the expressive aspects of pottery to convey ancient history, philosophy and power of nature.
- Added on: Aug 9th, 2009
- Country: United Kingdom
- Language: English
- Author: Sami Haddad
- Listed in: Ceramics Cultural
- Tags: iraq ceramic pottery ancient near east sumerian mesopotamia
Recent Posts
The Flood Story
someone recently asked me if the ancient Sumerian had their version of the Bible.The fact the Old Testament is influenced and to certain extent derive from much older Near East theological concept.The only variation, the ancient text structure was ...
a bit of history
a bit of history Over the last 100 years Iraq history was merrily a myth. The present Iraq is the aftermath of the spiral of foreign invasions, which span from the beginning of the Land of Two Rivers to the present time. The only visible fact...
Birth of Enkidu: visual presentation
Ceramic interpretation of Enuma Elish
My pottery practice began during my secondary school period. It continued during my foundation years until Fine Art period. By the time I started my three years full time course I ceased practicing ceramic.I had the opportunity to explore various art...
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Enuma Elish (When above) Part 1 enuma elish la nabu shamamu slaplish ammatum shuma la zakrat.’ ‘enuma elish la nabu shamamu slaplish ammatum shuma la zakrat.’ “When there was no heaven, no earth, no height, no depth, no nam...
From the ancient Past
The most fascinating aspects I admire about the Sumerian are their seminal concepts. From their invention of cuneiform writing to the theological concepts. Elements of nature evolved into the origination of the idea of a creator of humanity. ...
Comments & Reviews
This blog is currently rated a 5.00 out of a possible 5 based on 9 comments.
Sami Haddad
Hi Suzy
Thanks for the review.
You can contact me directly via my E mail. Listed in my blog.
Thanks
suzy
I was wondering where I can see your work, other than on the web? Do you showcase your work England or other countries? and if yes, please let me know.
suzy
Hi, I just had to write,because your pottery work is so beautiful and seductive. This is also true about your written material. Especially 'HIS STORY'. I found it moving and very enlightening. Many thank, Suzy xx
Sami Haddad
Kindly ignore Ahsanul Karim comment.
He is what I call Cut and paste blogger. A Spam
I doubt he speak English let alone have the brain to come up with profound words.
What he does is copy words from various sources and pastes them on your site as his words. The ancient Sumerian use to call them ‘clever fool’
Unfortunately Blog catalog harbour many of his kind.
Ahsanul karim
interesting article
sonia nogueira mossri
That blog give us a different perspective approach to ceramic. It's very much good.
Robin Easton
If you love pottery, art and history of both, you will love this beautiful site. Much to learn here, and very well done. I like this line from the post: Sumarian Design. "Art is a visual language; universally understood and conveyed to invoke expression and personal thoughts." May we ALL always be allowed to speak the free language of art. Good job.
Beyond Pottery is a fascinating look at an ancient Middle Eastern culture that's also an easy read, a real plus for the internet reader. Sami has cleverly set up the blog for mass appeal to a wide audience.
With a life-long interest in archaeology I just love it when people have the passion to write about an ancient culture like Sami does! Finding this gem of a blog was a real plus for me the day I found it - felt like I was on a dig and discovered buried treasure it was so unexpected. :)
This talented blogger doesn't get bogged down with the usual academia gobble-gook style of self-important writing that makes your eyes roll back into your head. :) His approach is direct, delivered with a fresh humble style and the information is easy to absorb quickly.
Sami delivers the info smartly in a one column writing that is a quick scan for the reader, loaded with intriguing photos. OK, Sami, give us more close-ups too! :)
He is a friendly blogger who likes to interact with others be we fellow bloggers or readers. He is curious about his world with a sensitivity for art and history, rarely seen by teachers of ancient history who often make you snooze, and you will enjoy returning to his blog time and again to glean new rich details!
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