California, Roseville “By Hand–An International Fine Craft Competition” (January 20–March 2). Open to artists over 18. Open to a variety of media, including ceramics. This competition will include everything from furniture to elegant vases and jewelry. All artwork must be original and completed within the last two years. All work must be for sale. Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts. Awards: 1st Place: $2000; 2nd: $1500; 3rd: $1000; 4th: $500; Peoples Choice: $350. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Elizabeth Kozlowski. Contact Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon Street, Suite #100, Roseville, CA 95678; 916-783-4117; gallery@bluelinearts.org; www.bluelinearts.org.
January 31, 2024 entry deadline
California, Laguna Beach “2024– Women in Art” (March 7–30). Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Women artists encouraged to apply. Multiple mediums considered, including sculpture. All artists who submit to this show will be accepted and have at least one of their submitted works posted on the website. Fee: $35 for 3 images. Juried from digital. Contact Las Laguna Art Gallery, 577 South Coast Highway, Suite A1, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com; 949-505-0950; www.laslagunaartgallery.com/women.
February 4, 2024 entry deadline
Massachusetts, Somerville “The Mudflat Cup Show” (March 28–April 13). Open to ceramic artists over 18 residing in the US or Canada. Clay artists are invited to submit functional cups and mugs to this bi-annual cup show. All work must be for sale, functional, food-safe, and made within the last 3 years. Artists may submit up to 5 pieces. No fee. Juried from digital. Juror: Martha Grover. Contact Kate Kuligowski, Mudflat, 81 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145; 617-628-0589; kate@mudflat.com; www.mudflat.org.
February 15, 2024 entry deadline
Virginia, Richmond “TEA” (March 20–April 20). Artspace Gallery will present an international juried exhibition of clay forms related to the service of Tea (tea pots, tea bowls, tea caddies, tea cups, etc.). Open to ceramic artists 18 years of age and older residing in the US and Canada. Work must have been created within the past 3 years. Curated by John Jessiman and juried by Mitch Iburg. Opening March 21 during the NCECA conference. Fee: $35 for 3 entries. $10 each for 2 additional works. Juried from digital. Contact John Jessiman, 2833-A Hathaway Road, Richmond, VA 23225; 434-248-5074; johnjessiman255@gmail.com; www.artspacegallery.org.
February 26, 2024 entry deadline
California, Roseville “Off Center - An International Ceramic Competition: 2024” (April 6–May 18). This competition celebrates the timeless tradition of ceramic art, but also welcomes your unique artistic vision. This year’s competition is seeking a special focus on installation artworks and large-scale ceramics. Open to ceramic artists 18 years of age and older. Open to all forms of ceramic artwork. All work must be for sale. Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon Street, Suite #100, Roseville, CA 95678; 916-783-4117; gallery@bluelinearts.org; www.bluelinearts.org.
united states exhibitions
December 4, 2023 entry deadline
North Carolina, Raleigh “Your Place at the Table IV” (January 5–26). They are hosting a national exhibition of visual art works portraying growth and prosperity of marginalized peoples, however one chooses to identify or represent such. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Works of any physical medium are eligible. A best in show prize will be awarded. Entries must not exceed 72 inches in any dimension to be exhibited. Entries must be for sale. Fee: $20. Juried from digital. Contact 311 Gallery, 311 W Martin St. Raleigh, NC; hello@311artgallery.com; 919-675-1602; www.311artgallery.com.
December 5, 2023 entry deadline
New York, Schuylerville “COLOR POP!” (March 23–April 27). They are looking for functional or vessel oriented ceramic works that utilize color theory to express thoughts, ideas, and emotions. Whether used to enhance style, a sense of playfulness, or increase depth and contrast, color is a powerful tool in a ceramic artist’s toolbox. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. There are two monetary prizes: Juror’s Choice ($300) and Director’s Choice ($100). Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact the Saratoga Clay Art Center, 5167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871; info@saratogaclayarts.org; 518- 581-2529; www.saratogaclayarts.org.
December 20, 2023 entry deadline
California, Goleta “Santa Barbara Clay National 2024” (February 1–March 29).Open to artists 18 years of age and older. All forms of ceramic art are eligible for consideration. A maximum of three (3) works per person may be submitted. Work must be original and prepared for exhibition. Artwork must not exceed 20 inches for freestanding pieces and 24 inches for wall mounted work. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Matt Mitros. Contact Barbara Sharghi, Clay Studio Santa Barbara, 1351 Holiday Hill Road, Goleta CA 93117; dd@claystudiosb.org; claystudiosb.slideroom.com/#/Login.
January 2, 2024 entry deadline
Illinois, St. Charles “Contemporary Colors” (February 1–March 14). This show is all about color. Artists use vibrant colors to make lively and joyous statements about life. 2D and 3D artwork in any media will be accepted for consideration. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Work must be for sale and must have been completed in the last three years. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact the Kavanagh Gallery, Fine Line Creative Arts Center, 37W570 Bolcum Rd, St Charles, IL 60175; gallery@fineline.org; 630-584-9443; fineline.org.
January 12, 2024 entry deadline
West Virginia, Wheeling “Earth & Fire 2024” (February 23–March 30). Open to visual artists 18 years and older. Stifel Fine Arts Center of Oglebay Institute will be hosting a national exhibition of ceramic art in February and March 2024. This is an annual exhibition and will be a focal point of Ceramics Take Over Wheeling. Artists may submit up to 2 works. Works must have been completed within the last two years and not previously exhibited at the Arts Center. Works must be for sale. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Shoji Satake. Contact Rick Morgan, Oglebay Institute, rmorgan@oionline.com, 304-242-7700.
January 19, 2024 entry deadline
Colorado, Grand Junction “Contemporary Clay: 10th International Biennial Juried Exhibit 2024” (May 24–June 28). Open to artists 18 years and older. Artists may enter up to 3 works that use clay as the focus material. Contemporary Clay has sought to showcase the latest developments in ceramic art nationwide, spanning the categories of functional vessels, sculptural ceramics, and installation art. Artwork must have been executed over the last two years and not previously exhibited at this location. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Alleghany Meadows. Contact The Art Center of Western Colorado, 970-243-7337 x1; tshepherd@gjartcenter.org; www.gjartcenter.org.
March 31, 2024 entry deadline
New Jersey, Demarest “In Hand–A Juried Exhibition” (May 10–June 14). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over. The Art School at Old Church invites you to apply to ”In Hand,” a juried exhibition that explores the drinking vessel and the various approaches to the form. Open to ceramic interpretations of a cup, mug, goblet, sipper, yunomi, tumbler, stein, etc. All work must be available for sale- gallery takes a commission. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Bruce Dehnert. Contact Eileen Sackman, The Art School at Old Church, eileen@tasoc.org, 516- 776-3586; www.tasoc.org/submissions.
regional exhibitions
December 15, 2023 entry deadline
Illinois, Peoria “8th Central Time Ceramics Juried Exhibition” (February 2– March 29). Open to all ceramic artists over the age of 18 who currently reside in the Central Time Zone. Central Time Zone states include: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin; however not all counties within these states are within the Central Time Zone. Artists who reside in areas of Canada and Mexico that are within the Central Time Zone are also eligible. Artwork submitted must have been completed within the last three years. All forms of ceramic expression are encouraged. Fee: $40. Juried from digital. Contact Susanne Nestory, Bradley University, Peoria, IL 61625, snestory@bradley.edu; 309-677-2989; art.bradley.edu/bug.
January 2, 2023 entry deadline
Colorado, Lakewood “Terra/Earth/ Ground” (January 26–February 11). Open to artists over the age of 18. What is your involvement with “EARTH”? Depictions in all disciplines (except video) are acceptable. Core Art Space invites all artists of any mediums, 2D and 3D (except video/installations). Work must be no larger than 48 inches on its longest side, including frame. Fee: $35 for up to 3 works. Juried from digital. Juror: Chris Stevens. Contact Core Art Space, 6501 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214; coreexhibits@gmail.com; 303-297-8428; www.coreartspace.com.
fairs and festivals
January 31, 2024 entry deadline
Japan, Tajimi City, Gifu “The 13th International Ceramics Festival MINO, Japan” (October 18–November 17, 2024). Open to ceramic artists from all over the world. Theme of this year’s competition is “The Future of Ceramics.” Entries should go beyond traditional concepts in a way that is imaginative and inspired—one that opens the door to the future of the ceramics. No fee for up to 3 entries in 3 categories. Juried from digital. Contact Ceramic Park Mino; 0572-25-4111; info@icfmino.com; www.icfmino.com.
March 1, 2024 entry deadline
Texas, Lubbock “46th Lubbock Arts Festival Juried Gallery” (April 13–14). This competition is part of the annual Lubbock Arts Festival and is open to all artists working in any fine art media. Entries must be original in design and execution. Entries must have been completed in the last two years. Works completed in a workshop or under supervision are ineligible. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Brice McCasland Contact the Lubbock Arts Festival, Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, Lubbock, Texas 79401; assistant@lubbockarts.org; 806-744-2787; lubbockartsfestival.org.
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international exhibitions
December 1, 2023 entry deadline
California, Roseville “By Hand–An International Fine Craft Competition” (January 20–March 2). Open to artists over 18. Open to a variety of media, including ceramics. This competition will include everything from furniture to elegant vases and jewelry. All artwork must be original and completed within the last two years. All work must be for sale. Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts. Awards: 1st Place: $2000; 2nd: $1500; 3rd: $1000; 4th: $500; Peoples Choice: $350. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Elizabeth Kozlowski. Contact Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon Street, Suite #100, Roseville, CA 95678; 916-783-4117; gallery@bluelinearts.org; www.bluelinearts.org.
January 31, 2024 entry deadline
California, Laguna Beach “2024– Women in Art” (March 7–30). Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Women artists encouraged to apply. Multiple mediums considered, including sculpture. All artists who submit to this show will be accepted and have at least one of their submitted works posted on the website. Fee: $35 for 3 images. Juried from digital. Contact Las Laguna Art Gallery, 577 South Coast Highway, Suite A1, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com; 949-505-0950; www.laslagunaartgallery.com/women.
February 4, 2024 entry deadline
Massachusetts, Somerville “The Mudflat Cup Show” (March 28–April 13). Open to ceramic artists over 18 residing in the US or Canada. Clay artists are invited to submit functional cups and mugs to this bi-annual cup show. All work must be for sale, functional, food-safe, and made within the last 3 years. Artists may submit up to 5 pieces. No fee. Juried from digital. Juror: Martha Grover. Contact Kate Kuligowski, Mudflat, 81 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145; 617-628-0589; kate@mudflat.com; www.mudflat.org.
February 15, 2024 entry deadline
Virginia, Richmond “TEA” (March 20–April 20). Artspace Gallery will present an international juried exhibition of clay forms related to the service of Tea (tea pots, tea bowls, tea caddies, tea cups, etc.). Open to ceramic artists 18 years of age and older residing in the US and Canada. Work must have been created within the past 3 years. Curated by John Jessiman and juried by Mitch Iburg. Opening March 21 during the NCECA conference. Fee: $35 for 3 entries. $10 each for 2 additional works. Juried from digital. Contact John Jessiman, 2833-A Hathaway Road, Richmond, VA 23225; 434-248-5074; johnjessiman255@gmail.com; www.artspacegallery.org.
February 26, 2024 entry deadline
California, Roseville “Off Center - An International Ceramic Competition: 2024” (April 6–May 18). This competition celebrates the timeless tradition of ceramic art, but also welcomes your unique artistic vision. This year’s competition is seeking a special focus on installation artworks and large-scale ceramics. Open to ceramic artists 18 years of age and older. Open to all forms of ceramic artwork. All work must be for sale. Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon Street, Suite #100, Roseville, CA 95678; 916-783-4117; gallery@bluelinearts.org; www.bluelinearts.org.
united states exhibitions
December 4, 2023 entry deadline
North Carolina, Raleigh “Your Place at the Table IV” (January 5–26). They are hosting a national exhibition of visual art works portraying growth and prosperity of marginalized peoples, however one chooses to identify or represent such. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Works of any physical medium are eligible. A best in show prize will be awarded. Entries must not exceed 72 inches in any dimension to be exhibited. Entries must be for sale. Fee: $20. Juried from digital. Contact 311 Gallery, 311 W Martin St. Raleigh, NC; hello@311artgallery.com; 919-675-1602; www.311artgallery.com.
December 5, 2023 entry deadline
New York, Schuylerville “COLOR POP!” (March 23–April 27). They are looking for functional or vessel oriented ceramic works that utilize color theory to express thoughts, ideas, and emotions. Whether used to enhance style, a sense of playfulness, or increase depth and contrast, color is a powerful tool in a ceramic artist’s toolbox. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. There are two monetary prizes: Juror’s Choice ($300) and Director’s Choice ($100). Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact the Saratoga Clay Art Center, 5167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871; info@saratogaclayarts.org; 518- 581-2529; www.saratogaclayarts.org.
December 20, 2023 entry deadline
California, Goleta “Santa Barbara Clay National 2024” (February 1–March 29).Open to artists 18 years of age and older. All forms of ceramic art are eligible for consideration. A maximum of three (3) works per person may be submitted. Work must be original and prepared for exhibition. Artwork must not exceed 20 inches for freestanding pieces and 24 inches for wall mounted work. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Matt Mitros. Contact Barbara Sharghi, Clay Studio Santa Barbara, 1351 Holiday Hill Road, Goleta CA 93117; dd@claystudiosb.org; claystudiosb.slideroom.com/#/Login.
January 2, 2024 entry deadline
Illinois, St. Charles “Contemporary Colors” (February 1–March 14). This show is all about color. Artists use vibrant colors to make lively and joyous statements about life. 2D and 3D artwork in any media will be accepted for consideration. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Work must be for sale and must have been completed in the last three years. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact the Kavanagh Gallery, Fine Line Creative Arts Center, 37W570 Bolcum Rd, St Charles, IL 60175; gallery@fineline.org; 630-584-9443; fineline.org.
January 12, 2024 entry deadline
West Virginia, Wheeling “Earth & Fire 2024” (February 23–March 30). Open to visual artists 18 years and older. Stifel Fine Arts Center of Oglebay Institute will be hosting a national exhibition of ceramic art in February and March 2024. This is an annual exhibition and will be a focal point of Ceramics Take Over Wheeling. Artists may submit up to 2 works. Works must have been completed within the last two years and not previously exhibited at the Arts Center. Works must be for sale. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Shoji Satake. Contact Rick Morgan, Oglebay Institute, rmorgan@oionline.com, 304-242-7700.
January 19, 2024 entry deadline
Colorado, Grand Junction “Contemporary Clay: 10th International Biennial Juried Exhibit 2024” (May 24–June 28). Open to artists 18 years and older. Artists may enter up to 3 works that use clay as the focus material. Contemporary Clay has sought to showcase the latest developments in ceramic art nationwide, spanning the categories of functional vessels, sculptural ceramics, and installation art. Artwork must have been executed over the last two years and not previously exhibited at this location. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Alleghany Meadows. Contact The Art Center of Western Colorado, 970-243-7337 x1; tshepherd@gjartcenter.org; www.gjartcenter.org.
March 31, 2024 entry deadline
New Jersey, Demarest “In Hand–A Juried Exhibition” (May 10–June 14). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over. The Art School at Old Church invites you to apply to ”In Hand,” a juried exhibition that explores the drinking vessel and the various approaches to the form. Open to ceramic interpretations of a cup, mug, goblet, sipper, yunomi, tumbler, stein, etc. All work must be available for sale- gallery takes a commission. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Bruce Dehnert. Contact Eileen Sackman, The Art School at Old Church, eileen@tasoc.org, 516- 776-3586; www.tasoc.org/submissions.
regional exhibitions
December 15, 2023 entry deadline
Illinois, Peoria “8th Central Time Ceramics Juried Exhibition” (February 2– March 29). Open to all ceramic artists over the age of 18 who currently reside in the Central Time Zone. Central Time Zone states include: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin; however not all counties within these states are within the Central Time Zone. Artists who reside in areas of Canada and Mexico that are within the Central Time Zone are also eligible. Artwork submitted must have been completed within the last three years. All forms of ceramic expression are encouraged. Fee: $40. Juried from digital. Contact Susanne Nestory, Bradley University, Peoria, IL 61625, snestory@bradley.edu; 309-677-2989; art.bradley.edu/bug.
January 2, 2023 entry deadline
Colorado, Lakewood “Terra/Earth/ Ground” (January 26–February 11). Open to artists over the age of 18. What is your involvement with “EARTH”? Depictions in all disciplines (except video) are acceptable. Core Art Space invites all artists of any mediums, 2D and 3D (except video/installations). Work must be no larger than 48 inches on its longest side, including frame. Fee: $35 for up to 3 works. Juried from digital. Juror: Chris Stevens. Contact Core Art Space, 6501 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214; coreexhibits@gmail.com; 303-297-8428; www.coreartspace.com.
fairs and festivals
January 31, 2024 entry deadline
Japan, Tajimi City, Gifu “The 13th International Ceramics Festival MINO, Japan” (October 18–November 17, 2024). Open to ceramic artists from all over the world. Theme of this year’s competition is “The Future of Ceramics.” Entries should go beyond traditional concepts in a way that is imaginative and inspired—one that opens the door to the future of the ceramics. No fee for up to 3 entries in 3 categories. Juried from digital. Contact Ceramic Park Mino; 0572-25-4111; info@icfmino.com; www.icfmino.com.
March 1, 2024 entry deadline
Texas, Lubbock “46th Lubbock Arts Festival Juried Gallery” (April 13–14). This competition is part of the annual Lubbock Arts Festival and is open to all artists working in any fine art media. Entries must be original in design and execution. Entries must have been completed in the last two years. Works completed in a workshop or under supervision are ineligible. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Brice McCasland Contact the Lubbock Arts Festival, Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, Lubbock, Texas 79401; assistant@lubbockarts.org; 806-744-2787; lubbockartsfestival.org.
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