Today on the show I talk with Dirk Staschke. His recent work draws from Dutch Vanitas paintings, often incorporating ceramic frames that are portals into the inner world of the sculpture. In our interview we talk about exploring dark humor and beauty simultaneously, and having the patience for new ideas to solidify over time. To see examples of his work visit www.artdirk.com.   Today’s episode is brought to you by the following sponsors:   AMACO Brent www.amaco.com The Bray www.archiebray.org The Rosenfield Collection of Functional Ceramic Art www.Rosenfieldcollection.com