Switzerland, Carouge “International Ceramics Competition Carouge 2024: Celebration” (April 6–May 18). Open to artists 16 years of age and older. Celebration is present in all human societies, in all latitudes, yesterday as today. Made of excess, moments of explosion and effervescence in opposition to an everyday life that is most often monotonous, it gives rhythm to our lives. The competition is open to all artists working with ceramics. Single works must be no larger than 271/2 inches in any direction and sets or installations must be no larger than 391/4 inches in any direction. Juried from digital. Museum of Carouge, Place de Sardaigne 2, Carouge, Switzerland; +41 223423383; musee@carouge.ch; www.carouge.ch/international-ceramics-competition-carouge-2024.
March 15, 2024 entry deadline
California, Benicia “I. We. They. Celebrations of Gender” (June 1–July 21, 2024). Expressions of gender diversity and identity through art and storytelling create an environment where gender diversity becomes relatable, natural, and beautiful. Arts Benicia, a non-profit art center in Benicia, California, invites artists to submit works for this juried exhibition of artworks expressing and celebrating ideas of gender as a central theme. Themes to consider include personal journeys. 3D works may not exceed a 40 × 40-inch footprint. Fee: $35 for one entry, $40 for up to six. Juried from digital. Juror: Thea Quiray Tagle. Arts Benicia, 1 Commandant’s Lane, Benicia, CA 94510; Contact jean@artsbenicia.org, 707-747-0131; artsbenicia.org.
March 18, 2024 entry deadline
Korea, Gyeonggi-do “KICB2024 International Competition” (September 6, 2024–February 18, 2025). The Korea Ceramic Foundation (KOCEF) and Gyeonggi Museum of Ceramic Design seek artworks that represent contemporary trends in the ceramic art world, speak to environmental, social, political, and economic issues, and the artistic discourse they perpetuate, combining to suggest a proposed future vision for the ceramic arts. No fee. Juried from digital. Contact Han Jeongwoon; contact@gmocca.org; kicb.or.kr.
united states exhibitions
March 1, 2024 entry deadline
Georgia, Savannah “Sip: A Ceramic Cup Show” (April 12–26). Artists in the US can submit drinking vessels: cups, mugs, yunomis, tankards, goblets, teabowls, etc. Works must be functional and have food-safe glazes, be primarily made from clay, and must not exceed 8 × 6 × 6 inches (including handle) or weigh over 2 pounds. All accepted entries will be eligible for Best in Show and People’s Choice awards, up to $250 in prizes. Fee: $25. Juror: Jen Allen. Contact Jessica Broad, Ology Gallery at Savannah Clay Community, savannahclaycommunity@gmail.com, 724-549-1867; www.savannahclaycommunity.com.
March 10, 2024 entry deadline
California, Oakland “Pint Size 2” (April 25–June 8). Transmission Gallery invites the submission of small-scale artworks for exhibition. Artists in the US can submit 3D artwork that may not exceed 7 × 7 × 8 inches. Wall pieces may not exceed 7 × 7 inches and must be properly prepared for hanging. All accepted entries must be for sale and priced below $900. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact Transmission Gallery, 770 West Grand Ave., Suite A, Oakland, CA 94612, mail@thetransmissiongallery.com, 510-835-2626; www.thetransmissiongallery.com.
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.
April 6, 2024 entry deadline
Georgia, Thunderbolt “Feral & Functional: Purposeful Forms from Wild Clay” (May 17–July 12). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over working in the medium of clay. ”Feral & Functional” asks artists to create sculptural and/or functional ceramic pieces from wild/native clay. All work must be for sale and priced under $500 per piece. Accepted artists are also eligible to receive a Best in Show award of $250. Fee: $30 for 1–5 original works. Juried from digital. Juror: Hamish Jackson. Contact Wendy Melton, Ology Gallery, wendy@ologygallery.com, 912-341-7746; www.ologygallery.com.
April 8, 2024 entry deadline
Connecticut, Guilford “Guilford Art Center’s Ceramics 2024” (June 28–August 4). The exhibition is open to all US artists who may submit works that use clay as the primary medium, both utilitarian and sculptural. The exhibition will present the variety of ways contemporary ceramics furthers craft traditions, explores innovative approaches, and serves as a medium for creating compelling new artworks. $500 in prizes to be awarded by the juror. Fee: $25. Juror: Kathy King, active studio artist in the Boston area and an instructor and director of the ceramics program and visual arts initiatives at the Office for the Arts at Harvard. Contact Maureen Belden, Guilford Art Center, mbelden@guilfordartcenter.org, 203-453-5947; www.guilfordartcenter.org.
June 1, 2024 entry deadline
Pennsylvania, Lancaster “Strictly Functional Pottery National” (September 28–November 9, 2024). Strictly Functional Pottery National is a national juried competition of 75–100 quality pieces of functional pottery. The annual event has been held since 1993 and is recognized as one of the top ceramic exhibitions in the country. Submitted work must have been produced within the last two years. Open to any form of functional ceramics, not just food oriented. Fee: $40. Juror: David MacDonald. Contact Maureen Belden, Lancaster Creative Factory, 580 South Prince Street, Rear, Lancaster, PA 17603, Contact Amy Burk, amyburk08@yahoo.com, 410- 570-5043; strictlyfunctionalpottery.net.
regional exhibitions
March 15, 2024 entry deadline
Minnesota, Minneapolis “Northern Clay Center Members Exhibition” (May 4–June 16). In the summer of 2024, Northern Clay Center (NCC) will once again turn its exhibition spotlight on our incredibly talented members (comprising students, educators, professional artists, and novices) with a juried exhibition. NCC membership is the only requirement for application. This year, NCC will have a juried in-person exhibition in each gallery featuring work by selected member-artists. All submitted work will be included in an online exhibition featured on NCC’s website regardless of whether it is chosen for display in the galleries. No fee. Only one work, created in the last two years, may be submitted and must not measure larger than 36 × 36 × 36 inches. Juried from digital. Jurors: Chotsani Elaine Dean and Peter Jadoonath. Contact Northern Clay Center, 2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis, MN 55406; amandadobbratz@northernclaycenter.org; 612-339-8007; northernclaycenter.org/2023/10/03/members-exhibition-24/.
March 15, 2024 entry deadline
Minnesota, Minneapolis “Members Exhibition: K-12 Educators and Students” (May 4–June 16). 2024 brings the return of the special opportunity to amplify the critical and highly impactful work by the K-12 educators and students in our community. Much like the show in the main gallery, ”Members Exhibition: K-12 Educators and Students” will be juried. There will be an in-person exhibition, featuring work by selected applicants, as well as an online exhibition including the work of all applicants. Applicants need not be members to apply to this exhibition. Northern Clay Center will award two-year Education Memberships to all K-12 students and educators who apply for the exhibition. No fee. Only one work, created in the last two years, may be submitted and must not measure larger than 36 × 36 × 36 inches. Juried from digital. Jurors: Chotsani Elaine Dean and Peter Jadoonath. Contact Northern Clay Center, 2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis, MN 55406; amandadobbratz@northernclaycenter.org; 612-339- 8007; northernclaycenter.org/2023/10/02/members-exhibition-k-12-educators-and-students-24.
July 31, 2024 entry deadline
Tennessee, Gatlinburg “Best of Tennessee Craft: 2024 Biennial” (October 14–December 13). Tennessee Craft seeks entries for its biennial exhibition, to encourage and promote a high standard of excellence and design among Tennessee craft artists and to provide public visibility and recognition for the quality and diversity of craft found in Tennessee. The exhibition is open to original works of craft created by artists 18 years or older, who are current residents of Tennessee, including students. Fee: $40. Artists may submit up to three (3) pieces for exhibit consideration. Juried from digital. Contact Tennessee Craft, 2423 Eugenia Ave, Nashville, TN 37211; info@tennesseecraft.org; 615-736-7600; https://tennesseecraft.org.
fairs and festivals
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.
March 31, 2024 entry deadline
Connecticut, Putnam “Putnam CT Fine Arts and Crafts Fair 2024” (June 22–23). The Putnam CT Fine Arts and Crafts Festival will feature the work of 40+ fine artisans, including painting, pottery, photography, jewelry, glass, and so much more. Visitors can enjoy live musical entertainment, and the grounds are just a short walk from Downtown Putnam with more local award-winning shops, galleries, and local food options. We encourage seasoned or new artists/ artisans from New England, New York, and New Jersey areas who create high-quality work to apply. All work must be designed and crafted by the applying artist. Fee: $10. Juried from digital. Contact the Putnam CT Arts Council, Municipal Complex 200 School Street, Putnam CT 06260; putnamctartscouncil@gmail.com; www.putnamctartscouncil.com/art-festival.
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international exhibitions
March 1, 2024 entry deadline
Switzerland, Carouge “International Ceramics Competition Carouge 2024: Celebration” (April 6–May 18). Open to artists 16 years of age and older. Celebration is present in all human societies, in all latitudes, yesterday as today. Made of excess, moments of explosion and effervescence in opposition to an everyday life that is most often monotonous, it gives rhythm to our lives. The competition is open to all artists working with ceramics. Single works must be no larger than 271/2 inches in any direction and sets or installations must be no larger than 391/4 inches in any direction. Juried from digital. Museum of Carouge, Place de Sardaigne 2, Carouge, Switzerland; +41 223423383; musee@carouge.ch; www.carouge.ch/international-ceramics-competition-carouge-2024.
March 15, 2024 entry deadline
California, Benicia “I. We. They. Celebrations of Gender” (June 1–July 21, 2024). Expressions of gender diversity and identity through art and storytelling create an environment where gender diversity becomes relatable, natural, and beautiful. Arts Benicia, a non-profit art center in Benicia, California, invites artists to submit works for this juried exhibition of artworks expressing and celebrating ideas of gender as a central theme. Themes to consider include personal journeys. 3D works may not exceed a 40 × 40-inch footprint. Fee: $35 for one entry, $40 for up to six. Juried from digital. Juror: Thea Quiray Tagle. Arts Benicia, 1 Commandant’s Lane, Benicia, CA 94510; Contact jean@artsbenicia.org, 707-747-0131; artsbenicia.org.
March 18, 2024 entry deadline
Korea, Gyeonggi-do “KICB2024 International Competition” (September 6, 2024–February 18, 2025). The Korea Ceramic Foundation (KOCEF) and Gyeonggi Museum of Ceramic Design seek artworks that represent contemporary trends in the ceramic art world, speak to environmental, social, political, and economic issues, and the artistic discourse they perpetuate, combining to suggest a proposed future vision for the ceramic arts. No fee. Juried from digital. Contact Han Jeongwoon; contact@gmocca.org; kicb.or.kr.
united states exhibitions
March 1, 2024 entry deadline
Georgia, Savannah “Sip: A Ceramic Cup Show” (April 12–26). Artists in the US can submit drinking vessels: cups, mugs, yunomis, tankards, goblets, teabowls, etc. Works must be functional and have food-safe glazes, be primarily made from clay, and must not exceed 8 × 6 × 6 inches (including handle) or weigh over 2 pounds. All accepted entries will be eligible for Best in Show and People’s Choice awards, up to $250 in prizes. Fee: $25. Juror: Jen Allen. Contact Jessica Broad, Ology Gallery at Savannah Clay Community, savannahclaycommunity@gmail.com, 724-549-1867; www.savannahclaycommunity.com.
March 10, 2024 entry deadline
California, Oakland “Pint Size 2” (April 25–June 8). Transmission Gallery invites the submission of small-scale artworks for exhibition. Artists in the US can submit 3D artwork that may not exceed 7 × 7 × 8 inches. Wall pieces may not exceed 7 × 7 inches and must be properly prepared for hanging. All accepted entries must be for sale and priced below $900. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact Transmission Gallery, 770 West Grand Ave., Suite A, Oakland, CA 94612, mail@thetransmissiongallery.com, 510-835-2626; www.thetransmissiongallery.com.
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.
April 6, 2024 entry deadline
Georgia, Thunderbolt “Feral & Functional: Purposeful Forms from Wild Clay” (May 17–July 12). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over working in the medium of clay. ”Feral & Functional” asks artists to create sculptural and/or functional ceramic pieces from wild/native clay. All work must be for sale and priced under $500 per piece. Accepted artists are also eligible to receive a Best in Show award of $250. Fee: $30 for 1–5 original works. Juried from digital. Juror: Hamish Jackson. Contact Wendy Melton, Ology Gallery, wendy@ologygallery.com, 912-341-7746; www.ologygallery.com.
April 8, 2024 entry deadline
Connecticut, Guilford “Guilford Art Center’s Ceramics 2024” (June 28–August 4). The exhibition is open to all US artists who may submit works that use clay as the primary medium, both utilitarian and sculptural. The exhibition will present the variety of ways contemporary ceramics furthers craft traditions, explores innovative approaches, and serves as a medium for creating compelling new artworks. $500 in prizes to be awarded by the juror. Fee: $25. Juror: Kathy King, active studio artist in the Boston area and an instructor and director of the ceramics program and visual arts initiatives at the Office for the Arts at Harvard. Contact Maureen Belden, Guilford Art Center, mbelden@guilfordartcenter.org, 203-453-5947; www.guilfordartcenter.org.
June 1, 2024 entry deadline
Pennsylvania, Lancaster “Strictly Functional Pottery National” (September 28–November 9, 2024). Strictly Functional Pottery National is a national juried competition of 75–100 quality pieces of functional pottery. The annual event has been held since 1993 and is recognized as one of the top ceramic exhibitions in the country. Submitted work must have been produced within the last two years. Open to any form of functional ceramics, not just food oriented. Fee: $40. Juror: David MacDonald. Contact Maureen Belden, Lancaster Creative Factory, 580 South Prince Street, Rear, Lancaster, PA 17603, Contact Amy Burk, amyburk08@yahoo.com, 410- 570-5043; strictlyfunctionalpottery.net.
regional exhibitions
March 15, 2024 entry deadline
Minnesota, Minneapolis “Northern Clay Center Members Exhibition” (May 4–June 16). In the summer of 2024, Northern Clay Center (NCC) will once again turn its exhibition spotlight on our incredibly talented members (comprising students, educators, professional artists, and novices) with a juried exhibition. NCC membership is the only requirement for application. This year, NCC will have a juried in-person exhibition in each gallery featuring work by selected member-artists. All submitted work will be included in an online exhibition featured on NCC’s website regardless of whether it is chosen for display in the galleries. No fee. Only one work, created in the last two years, may be submitted and must not measure larger than 36 × 36 × 36 inches. Juried from digital. Jurors: Chotsani Elaine Dean and Peter Jadoonath. Contact Northern Clay Center, 2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis, MN 55406; amandadobbratz@northernclaycenter.org; 612-339-8007; northernclaycenter.org/2023/10/03/members-exhibition-24/.
March 15, 2024 entry deadline
Minnesota, Minneapolis “Members Exhibition: K-12 Educators and Students” (May 4–June 16). 2024 brings the return of the special opportunity to amplify the critical and highly impactful work by the K-12 educators and students in our community. Much like the show in the main gallery, ”Members Exhibition: K-12 Educators and Students” will be juried. There will be an in-person exhibition, featuring work by selected applicants, as well as an online exhibition including the work of all applicants. Applicants need not be members to apply to this exhibition. Northern Clay Center will award two-year Education Memberships to all K-12 students and educators who apply for the exhibition. No fee. Only one work, created in the last two years, may be submitted and must not measure larger than 36 × 36 × 36 inches. Juried from digital. Jurors: Chotsani Elaine Dean and Peter Jadoonath. Contact Northern Clay Center, 2424 Franklin Avenue East, Minneapolis, MN 55406; amandadobbratz@northernclaycenter.org; 612-339- 8007; northernclaycenter.org/2023/10/02/members-exhibition-k-12-educators-and-students-24.
July 31, 2024 entry deadline
Tennessee, Gatlinburg “Best of Tennessee Craft: 2024 Biennial” (October 14–December 13). Tennessee Craft seeks entries for its biennial exhibition, to encourage and promote a high standard of excellence and design among Tennessee craft artists and to provide public visibility and recognition for the quality and diversity of craft found in Tennessee. The exhibition is open to original works of craft created by artists 18 years or older, who are current residents of Tennessee, including students. Fee: $40. Artists may submit up to three (3) pieces for exhibit consideration. Juried from digital. Contact Tennessee Craft, 2423 Eugenia Ave, Nashville, TN 37211; info@tennesseecraft.org; 615-736-7600; https://tennesseecraft.org.
fairs and festivals
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.
March 31, 2024 entry deadline
Connecticut, Putnam “Putnam CT Fine Arts and Crafts Fair 2024” (June 22–23). The Putnam CT Fine Arts and Crafts Festival will feature the work of 40+ fine artisans, including painting, pottery, photography, jewelry, glass, and so much more. Visitors can enjoy live musical entertainment, and the grounds are just a short walk from Downtown Putnam with more local award-winning shops, galleries, and local food options. We encourage seasoned or new artists/ artisans from New England, New York, and New Jersey areas who create high-quality work to apply. All work must be designed and crafted by the applying artist. Fee: $10. Juried from digital. Contact the Putnam CT Arts Council, Municipal Complex 200 School Street, Putnam CT 06260; putnamctartscouncil@gmail.com; www.putnamctartscouncil.com/art-festival.
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