Ceramic Wall Art

Bauer is best known for innovation, redefining the boundaries and expanding the commercial viability of porcelain and clay. His work includes reverse engineering a Tsung Dynasty technique allowing graphics to rise above the surface of the clay (rather than be impressed into it); creating thermal-shock resistant porcelain; infusing knit and thread with porcelain; and a printing technique he has coined "dioroid" printing that allows a responsive emulsion infused in the body of the clay to capture the image of objects in its surrounds.

He draws inspiration from grave goods and ancient civilizations. In his youth, he visited an extraordinary number of museums and was deeply moved by the lasting contributions ancient craftspeople have made to contemporary society.

Bauer’s ceramic tiles present a rich and expansive visual language. His palette ranges from warm reds, yellows, oranges, and browns to cool blues, whites, and greens. The imagery moves fluidly between refined abstraction and intricate figuration. Through these varied combinations, the work carries an emotional range that feels open-ended and continually evolving.