Call for Entries: Clay? IV

by Vicki Hardin on December 18, 2011

Deadline for Entries: Sunday, January 8, 2012

Kirkland Arts Center is proud to present the fourth installment of its biennial contemporary ceramics exhibition, Clay? IV. Juried by University of Washington, School of Art Professors Doug Jeck, Jamie Walker, and Akio Takamori,Clay? IV explores the versatility of clay as a medium of expression. Showcasing a range of sizes, scales, subject matter, and techniques, the artwork of this exhibition is both a testament to the enduring legacy of clay and to the future of the field.

Submissions open to all clay-based artwork.
Acceptance emails sent to artists: Last week of January/First week of February 2012

Exhibition Dates: March 26 – May 19, 2012
Opening Reception: Friday, March 30, 2012
Installation Dates: March 24 – March 25, 2012
De-installation Dates: May 20 – May 21, 2012

Kirkland Arts Center provides insurance for all artwork while exhibited at the KAC Gallery, but does not cover shipping costs or shipping insurance. Artwork must be delivered to KAC by the artist or through a mail carrier such as FedEx or DHL. All shipping costs are the responsibility of the artist.
For more information visit:
http://www.formstack.com/forms/?1122093-kpTQlzQtwg

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DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Presented by
C.A.M.E.O. and 18 Hands Gallery18 HANDS GALLERY, LLC
249 W 19TH STREET, STE B
HOUSTON, TX 77008
713.869.3099
info@18handsgallery.com

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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: December 15, 2011

Calendar
December 1, 2011 Postmark date for entry forms
December 15, 2011 Notification of accepted work by email
January 6, 2012 Deadline for receipt of accepted work
January 14, 2012 Opening Reception
February 3, 2012 Return of unsold work


Eligibility and Media:
All submitted work must be original, represent teapots, either functional or sculptural and have been completed within the last 2 years. This exhibit is open to all artists who work in clay. Each piece must be at least 60% fired clay, weigh no more than 25 lbs and be no larger than 24” in any direction. The $45 C.A.M.E.O. membership/entry fee entitles each artist to submit a maximum of 2 teapots.

Prizes: All accepted entries will be eligible for 1st Place, “Purchase Award”; 2nd Place, “Memorial Award” and “People’s Choice” awards. The 2012 ”Memorial Award” will be given in honor of Paul Soldner. The winning pieces will be featured on the 18 Hands Gallery and C.A.M.E.O. websites during the month. Cash Awards are: $1,000 for “Purchase Award” and $500 for “Memorial Award.” Both “Purchase Award” and “Memorial Award” winners will be added to C.A.M.E.O.’s permanent museum collection.

18 Hands Gallery is Houston’s premier Ceramic Arts gallery located in the Historic Heights District in Houston, Texas.

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Rare Rudy Autio Available Through the Nevica Project

by Vicki Hardin on December 11, 2011

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Click here for more information.

The Nevica Project’s mission is to develop a unique relationship between highly skilled artists, an online gallery and collectible art. Specializing in post-war contemporary art.

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Red Star Studios presents Black and White

by Vicki Hardin on November 30, 2011

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Red Star Studios presents Black and White, a group show of artists from across the country. The exhibition includes ceramic work focused on black and white contrasts. Artists in this exhibition include Hayne Bayless, David Crane, Justin Crowe, Mike Helke, Clay Leonard, Sam Scott, and Michelle Tobia. The exhibition opens Friday, December 2, with an opening reception from 6 to 9pm. The exhibit will be on view through January 21, 2012.

For more information visit http://redstarstudios.org/

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Ceramic Art London 2012

by Vicki Hardin on November 29, 2011

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Presented by The Craft Potters Association in partnership with Ceramic Review

Ceramic Art London 2012 is the major selling fair for contemporary studio ceramics at the Royal College of Art on 24 February to 26 February 2012.
Ceramic Art London 2012 provides a unique showcase for contemporary studio ceramics featuring work from leading national and international makers.

Discover and buy work from over 75 leading contemporary ceramic artists

Enjoy an integrated education programme of talks, demonstrations and films designed to enhance your understanding and enjoyment of studio ceramics

Talent spot young emerging ceramic artists from the Royal College of Art

If you are a ceramic artist interested in exhibiting at Ceramic Art London 2012,
click here for more information on how to apply.

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Lark Seeks Submissions for 500 Teapots

by Vicki Hardin on November 21, 2011

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Lark Crafts seeks images to publish in a juried collection of ceramic teapots. Pieces may be functional or purely decorative in nature. Artists may submit images for up to four pieces. There is no entry fee. We can accept only high-quality digital images (no slides or transparencies). Artists will receive full acknowledgment within the book, a complimentary copy, and discounts on the purchase of additional books. Artists retain copyright of their work.

NOTE: Please pay close attention to the photographic requirements listed below. Submissions that do not meet the requirements will not be considered. Entries must be postmarked by April 20, 2012.

Important: Lark Crafts will only publish photos of entries containing text and images that are free of copyright or for which the artist (or approved institution) holds copyright.All visuals submitted must represent work that is original in design. Please choose work that reflects the book’s concept. A maximum of four entries per artist is allowed. An entry may consist of no more than two visuals: an overall shot and one detail (or alternate view).
All entries must be mailed in the same packet. We do not accept e-mailed submissions.

For more information go to www.larkcrafts.com/submit.

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Call for Entries: delecTABLE

by Vicki Hardin on November 11, 2011

Entry Deadline: January 7, 2012
Call for Submission: delecTABLE: The Fine Art of Dining Exhibition
Exhibition Dates: April 6 – 27, 2012

DelecTABLE: The Fine Art of Dining. Juried Exhibit of Functional Ceramics – April 6-27, 2012 at the Art Students League of Denver. Submission Deadline: January 7, 2012. $30 Entry Fee for up to 5 images (along with one detail shot per work for a max. total of 10 images).  Juror: Nick Joerling. US Residents may submit. Sales are required.
About the Juror: Nick Joerling is a full-time studio potter who has maintained a studio in Penland, North Carolina since the mid-1980′s. He received a B.A. in History from the University of Dayton, Ohio, and an M.F.A. in Ceramics from Louisiana State University in 1986. He has taught in craft programs in the United States and abroad, been widely reviewed and exhibited, and is represented in public and private collections.

Specifications: Enter up to five functional pieces that would be included at a dinner table, i.e. place settings, serving vessels and platters, functional sets, or dinner table décor (vases, candle holders, etc.) Please note your number #1 image submitted may be used for publicity purposes.

Work submitted must be innovative and original in design and must be a personal expression of the artist’s intent.

Click here for more information.

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The Alabama Clay Conference will take place in Birmingham at the February 16 – 19, 2012 at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. Presenters are to be Sergei Isupov, Lorna Meaden, and Chris Gryder.  Along with presenter’s demonstrations there will be a trade show, an exhibition of the invited artist’s works, a clay market featuring work of Alabama ceramic artists, and concurrent ceramic exhibitions in the city. Click here for more information.

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Ceramics Exhibition: Holiday Sale at the Berman’s

by Vicki Hardin on October 30, 2011

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Show Dates: November 12 & 13, 2011 10am – 5pm each day
572 Clifton Road N.E. Atlanta, GA 30307 phone: 404-378-2667

It’s the annual Holiday Sale at the Berman’s.  Twelve Atlanta Potters Featuring works by:Rick Berman, Jennie Ashcraft Berman, Jorie Berman, AJ Argentina, Sandy Culp, Glenn Dair, Tom Egan, Mark Knott, Marcia O’Brien, Margaret Patterson, John Roberts and Tom Zwierlein

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Interpreting the Cup Process, Influence and Intent – Curated by Jason Bige Burnett

Dates: November 5 – December 31
Crimson Laurel Gallery, Bakersville, NC,

Cups today and throughout history have reflected the way we live. Whether it’s function is utilitarian, or an abstraction of an idea, this simple form is complex. Artists have been selected for this exhibit to represent how they interpret the ceramic cup through their range of processes, influences, and intentions. This exhibit will feature over 375 cups representing more than 80 of the finest ceramic artists. The exhibit is curated by Jason Bige Burnett.

This exhibition will open on November 5th and remain through December 31st. The exhibition will also be available online on November 5th.
Visit Crimson Laurel Gallery for more information.

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