California, Encino “Food For Thought” (June 1–30) open to all artists and photographers worldwide. Looking for artists to celebrate all food, drink, cooking, eating, thoughts (about food or otherwise). Think unique cuisine, still lifes, landscapes of fields of vegetation, and our relationship with food. Various awards will be offered. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Terry Romero Paul. Contact the San Fernando Valley Arts and Cultural Center, info@sfvacc.org; 818-321-3464; https://sfvacc.org.
May 25, 2022 entry deadline
Virginia, Lorton “Workhouse Clay International 2022” (August 6–October 9) open to artists 18 years of age and older. Open to functional and/or sculptural ceramic works. The Workhouse Arts Center is excited to continue promoting and exhibiting the best of contemporary ceramic artwork being created throughout the US and abroad. All works must be primarily ceramic. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Tony Clennell. Contact Dale Marhanka, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA, 22079; dalemarhanka@workhousearts.org; 703-584-2982; www.workhousearts.org.
May 30, 2022 entry deadline
Louisiana, New Orleans “Geaux Cups V” (August 26–September 24) open to all manner of ceramic drinking vessels. The title is a spoof on New Orleans’ infamous plastic “go cup,” the portable container that allows adults to imbibe alcohol while wandering the city’s streets. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 South Broad St., Unit 116, New Orleans, LA 70125; info@nolaclay.org; 504-517-3721; www.nolaclay.org.
June 3, 2022 entry deadline
California, Roseville “Off Center—An International Ceramic Competition 2022” (July 22–September 17) open to artists 18 years of age and older. Showcase artists’ visions and techniques from around the world. Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts. All artwork must be original, completed within the last two years, and for sale. There will be cash prizes offered. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon St., Suite #100, Roseville, CA, 95678; info@bluelinearts.org; www.bluelinearts.org.
June 6, 2022 entry deadline
Washington, Lynden “Jansen Art Center 10th Annual Cup Show!” (July 14–October 7) open to any artist 18 years of age or older. The exhibit will open in person and virtually. All cups must be at least 70% clay to qualify. All pieces must be for sale. Fee: $15. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St, Lynden, WA 98264; info@jansenartcenter.org; 360-354-3600; www.jansenartcenter.org.
July 15, 2022 entry deadline
Louisiana, New Orleans “Creep Show IV” (October 7–29) open to ceramic vessels, sculptures, and wall-mounted works. We are seeking applicants for the 2022 installment of our annual juried group exhibition of ceramic works that are creepy, scary, spooky, or downright terrifying. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Michelle Swafford, The Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 S. Broad St., Unit 116, New Orleans, LA 70125; info@nolaclay.org; 504-517-3721; www.nolaclay.org.
August 15, 2022 entry deadline
Louisiana, New Orleans “FunctionFest 2022” (November 11–December 10) open to all manner of handmade functional pots. This exhibition is devoted to functional ceramic work and will be on display just in time for the holidays. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 South Broad St., Unit 116, New Orleans, LA 70125; info@nolaclay.org; 504-517-3721; www.nolaclay.org.
united states exhibitions
May 16, 2022 entry deadline
Colorado, Carbondale “Clay National XVI” (August 20–October 1) open to all types of ceramics/ceramic materials: utilitarian pots or sculptural ceramics. Submission should be at least 50% clay. Work must have been completed within the last two years, must be original, and must be for sale. The theme of this show is “Say It with Clay.” The parameters of this show are intentionally broad, reflecting the wide range of ceramics today. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Juror: Diane Kenney. Contact Matthew Eames, Carbondale Clay Center, 135 Main St., Carbondale, CO 81623; studio@carbondaleclay.org; 970-963-2529; www.carbondaleclay.org.
June 2, 2022 entry deadline
Washington, Bellingham “Animalia” (August 1–31) open to functional, animal-themed pottery measuring less than 12 inches in the longest direction. Show your work alongside the delightful ceramics of invited artist, Barbara Donovan of Louisiana. Open to artists residing in the US and Canada. The gallery will pay for return shipping of unsold items. Exhibition will be online and in person for the month of August. No fee. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Good Earth Pots, 1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225; annmarie@goodearthpots.com; 360-671-3998; www.goodearthpots.com.
June 22, 2022 entry deadline
Bellingham, Washington “Kindled Spirits 2” (September 26–October 31) open to wood-fired, soda-fired and salt-fired pottery not exceeding 12 inches in the longest direction. Artists must reside in the US or Canada. The gallery will pay for return shipping of unsold items. No fee. Juried from digital. Jurors: Amy Song and Ann Marie Cooper. Contact Good Earth Pots, 1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225; annmarie@goodearthpots.com; 360-671-3998; www.goodearthpots.com.
September 5, 2022 entry deadline
Virginia, Alexandria “The Return of Eating, Drinking, and Merriment” (October 7–29) open nationally to all ceramic artists. This cup show focuses on drinking vessels for the table and celebrating the return of drinking and merriment. Artwork submissions completed in the last three years. Fee: $30 for 3 entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Jeremy Wallace. Contact Stephen Lally, Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301; slallypottery@gmail.com; 703-819-9990; www.delrayartisans.org.
September 10, 2022 entry deadline
New York, Rochester “College Clay Collective” (November 4–December 22) open to original ceramic work from emerging artists currently enrolled in a college program and/or alumni within two years of graduation. Mixed media work must be predominantly ceramic related. A Best Of Show award and prize money will be given and announced at the opening reception. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Julia Galloway. Contact Bri Shores, The Flower City Arts Center, 713 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607; flowercityceramics@gmail.com; 585-271-5183; https://flowercityarts.org.
September 12, 2022 entry deadline
Florida, Tequesta “Lush 2: A Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition” (November 1, 2022–January 7, 2023) open nationally to all emergent and established ceramic artists. Open to functional, sculptural, and experimental pieces in a variety of artistic expressions, subjects, and techniques. Fee: TBA. Juried from digital. Juror: Brian Rochefort. Contact Lighthouse Art Center, 373 Tequesta Dr., Tequesta, FL 33469; lisaj@lighthousearts.org; 561-746-3101; https://lighthousearts.org.
January 31, 2023 entry deadline
Michigan, Ann Arbor “Entomophagous Dining (Eating Insects)” (April 8–August 26, 2023) open to all artists and designers in the US and Canada. No media restrictions. Each entry must demonstrate the artist’s interpretation of the theme, whether that be in the form of a functional piece, sculpture, or design concept model or drawing. Work should be no larger than 18 inches in all directions. Work may not include perishable materials. Fee: 35. Juried from digital. Juror: Mary Jo Bole. Contact Margaret Carney, The International Museum of Dinnerware Design, 520 N. Main St., Ann Arbor, MI 48104; director@dinnerwaremuseum.org; 607-382-1415; www.dinnerwaremuseum.org.
regional exhibitions
May 6, 2022 entry deadline
California, Rancho Palos Verdes “Now Trending: 6th Annual Alpay Scholarship Exhibition” (June 11–July 9) open only to currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students in Southern California. All media will be considered. One $5000 cash prize will be awarded. In addition, the scholarship winner will be considered for inclusion in future PVAC exhibitions. No fee. Juried from digital. Juror: Ben Jackel. Contact Scott Andrews, Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 Crestridge Rd., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275; sandrews@pvartcenter.org; https://pvartcenter.org.
May 6, 2022 entry deadline
Pennsylvania, Harrisburg “Art of the State 2022” (September 11, 2022–January 15, 2023) open to Pennsylvania artists and craftspeople, held at The State Museum of Pennsylvania. Artists can only submit one image for each work. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Jurors: Sheila Cuellar-Shaffer, Michele Carlson, Roland Graf, and Cynthia Haveson Veloric. Contact Amy S. Hammond, The State Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 North St., Harrisburg, PA 17120; ra-phartofthestate@pa.gov; 717-772-2840; http://statemuseumpa.org/artofthestate.
June 27, 2022 entry deadline
Alaska, Anchorage “Alaska Biennial 2022” (dates TBD) open to Alaska residents currently residing in the state and/or based in the state for 6+ months a year, over the age of 18. Individual artists are encouraged to submit works in a variety of media, including performance, writing, and sound, and made within 2 years of the application date (2020 to present). Work is created by an individual artist. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Anchorage Museum, AB 2022, 625 C St., Anchorage, AK 99501; biennial@AnchorageMuseum.org; www.anchoragemuseum.org.
fairs and festivals
June 1, 2022 entry deadline
West Virginia, Edmonds “Edmonds Arts Festival” (June 17–19) open to artists 16 years or older. All entries must be for sale. All entries must be original and entirely the work of the artist. May be created in any medium, including ceramics. 3D work may not exceed 80×30×30 inches. If entries exceed 75 pounds, the artist must provide proper pedestals. Any paint must be dry. Small items should be in a clear case for their protection (optional). Fee: $20 total for one to four pieces. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Edmonds Arts Festival, PO Box 212, Edmonds, WA 98020; galleryarts@edmondsartsfestival.com; www.edmondsartsfestival.com.
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international exhibitions
May 6, 2022 entry deadline
California, Encino “Food For Thought” (June 1–30) open to all artists and photographers worldwide. Looking for artists to celebrate all food, drink, cooking, eating, thoughts (about food or otherwise). Think unique cuisine, still lifes, landscapes of fields of vegetation, and our relationship with food. Various awards will be offered. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Terry Romero Paul. Contact the San Fernando Valley Arts and Cultural Center, info@sfvacc.org; 818-321-3464; https://sfvacc.org.
May 25, 2022 entry deadline
Virginia, Lorton “Workhouse Clay International 2022” (August 6–October 9) open to artists 18 years of age and older. Open to functional and/or sculptural ceramic works. The Workhouse Arts Center is excited to continue promoting and exhibiting the best of contemporary ceramic artwork being created throughout the US and abroad. All works must be primarily ceramic. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Tony Clennell. Contact Dale Marhanka, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA, 22079; dalemarhanka@workhousearts.org; 703-584-2982; www.workhousearts.org.
May 30, 2022 entry deadline
Louisiana, New Orleans “Geaux Cups V” (August 26–September 24) open to all manner of ceramic drinking vessels. The title is a spoof on New Orleans’ infamous plastic “go cup,” the portable container that allows adults to imbibe alcohol while wandering the city’s streets. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 South Broad St., Unit 116, New Orleans, LA 70125; info@nolaclay.org; 504-517-3721; www.nolaclay.org.
June 3, 2022 entry deadline
California, Roseville “Off Center—An International Ceramic Competition 2022” (July 22–September 17) open to artists 18 years of age and older. Showcase artists’ visions and techniques from around the world. Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts. All artwork must be original, completed within the last two years, and for sale. There will be cash prizes offered. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon St., Suite #100, Roseville, CA, 95678; info@bluelinearts.org; www.bluelinearts.org.
June 6, 2022 entry deadline
Washington, Lynden “Jansen Art Center 10th Annual Cup Show!” (July 14–October 7) open to any artist 18 years of age or older. The exhibit will open in person and virtually. All cups must be at least 70% clay to qualify. All pieces must be for sale. Fee: $15. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St, Lynden, WA 98264; info@jansenartcenter.org; 360-354-3600; www.jansenartcenter.org.
July 15, 2022 entry deadline
Louisiana, New Orleans “Creep Show IV” (October 7–29) open to ceramic vessels, sculptures, and wall-mounted works. We are seeking applicants for the 2022 installment of our annual juried group exhibition of ceramic works that are creepy, scary, spooky, or downright terrifying. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Michelle Swafford, The Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 S. Broad St., Unit 116, New Orleans, LA 70125; info@nolaclay.org; 504-517-3721; www.nolaclay.org.
August 15, 2022 entry deadline
Louisiana, New Orleans “FunctionFest 2022” (November 11–December 10) open to all manner of handmade functional pots. This exhibition is devoted to functional ceramic work and will be on display just in time for the holidays. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 South Broad St., Unit 116, New Orleans, LA 70125; info@nolaclay.org; 504-517-3721; www.nolaclay.org.
united states exhibitions
May 16, 2022 entry deadline
Colorado, Carbondale “Clay National XVI” (August 20–October 1) open to all types of ceramics/ceramic materials: utilitarian pots or sculptural ceramics. Submission should be at least 50% clay. Work must have been completed within the last two years, must be original, and must be for sale. The theme of this show is “Say It with Clay.” The parameters of this show are intentionally broad, reflecting the wide range of ceramics today. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Juror: Diane Kenney. Contact Matthew Eames, Carbondale Clay Center, 135 Main St., Carbondale, CO 81623; studio@carbondaleclay.org; 970-963-2529; www.carbondaleclay.org.
June 2, 2022 entry deadline
Washington, Bellingham “Animalia” (August 1–31) open to functional, animal-themed pottery measuring less than 12 inches in the longest direction. Show your work alongside the delightful ceramics of invited artist, Barbara Donovan of Louisiana. Open to artists residing in the US and Canada. The gallery will pay for return shipping of unsold items. Exhibition will be online and in person for the month of August. No fee. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Good Earth Pots, 1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225; annmarie@goodearthpots.com; 360-671-3998; www.goodearthpots.com.
June 22, 2022 entry deadline
Bellingham, Washington “Kindled Spirits 2” (September 26–October 31) open to wood-fired, soda-fired and salt-fired pottery not exceeding 12 inches in the longest direction. Artists must reside in the US or Canada. The gallery will pay for return shipping of unsold items. No fee. Juried from digital. Jurors: Amy Song and Ann Marie Cooper. Contact Good Earth Pots, 1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225; annmarie@goodearthpots.com; 360-671-3998; www.goodearthpots.com.
September 5, 2022 entry deadline
Virginia, Alexandria “The Return of Eating, Drinking, and Merriment” (October 7–29) open nationally to all ceramic artists. This cup show focuses on drinking vessels for the table and celebrating the return of drinking and merriment. Artwork submissions completed in the last three years. Fee: $30 for 3 entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Jeremy Wallace. Contact Stephen Lally, Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301; slallypottery@gmail.com; 703-819-9990; www.delrayartisans.org.
September 10, 2022 entry deadline
New York, Rochester “College Clay Collective” (November 4–December 22) open to original ceramic work from emerging artists currently enrolled in a college program and/or alumni within two years of graduation. Mixed media work must be predominantly ceramic related. A Best Of Show award and prize money will be given and announced at the opening reception. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Julia Galloway. Contact Bri Shores, The Flower City Arts Center, 713 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607; flowercityceramics@gmail.com; 585-271-5183; https://flowercityarts.org.
September 12, 2022 entry deadline
Florida, Tequesta “Lush 2: A Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition” (November 1, 2022–January 7, 2023) open nationally to all emergent and established ceramic artists. Open to functional, sculptural, and experimental pieces in a variety of artistic expressions, subjects, and techniques. Fee: TBA. Juried from digital. Juror: Brian Rochefort. Contact Lighthouse Art
Center, 373 Tequesta Dr., Tequesta, FL 33469; lisaj@lighthousearts.org; 561-746-3101; https://lighthousearts.org.
January 31, 2023 entry deadline
Michigan, Ann Arbor “Entomophagous Dining (Eating Insects)” (April 8–August 26, 2023) open to all artists and designers in the US and Canada. No media restrictions. Each entry must demonstrate the artist’s interpretation of the theme, whether that be in the form of a functional piece, sculpture, or design concept model or drawing. Work should be no larger than 18 inches in all directions. Work may not include perishable materials. Fee: 35. Juried from digital. Juror: Mary Jo Bole. Contact Margaret Carney, The International Museum of Dinnerware Design, 520 N. Main St., Ann Arbor, MI 48104; director@dinnerwaremuseum.org; 607-382-1415; www.dinnerwaremuseum.org.
regional exhibitions
May 6, 2022 entry deadline
California, Rancho Palos Verdes “Now Trending: 6th Annual Alpay Scholarship Exhibition” (June 11–July 9) open only to currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students in Southern California. All media will be considered. One $5000 cash prize will be awarded. In addition, the scholarship winner will be considered for inclusion in future PVAC exhibitions. No fee. Juried from digital. Juror: Ben Jackel. Contact Scott Andrews, Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 Crestridge Rd., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275; sandrews@pvartcenter.org; https://pvartcenter.org.
May 6, 2022 entry deadline
Pennsylvania, Harrisburg “Art of the State 2022” (September 11, 2022–January 15, 2023) open to Pennsylvania artists and craftspeople, held at The State Museum of Pennsylvania. Artists can only submit one image for each work. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Jurors: Sheila Cuellar-Shaffer, Michele Carlson, Roland Graf, and Cynthia Haveson Veloric. Contact Amy S. Hammond, The State Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 North St., Harrisburg, PA 17120; ra-phartofthestate@pa.gov; 717-772-2840; http://statemuseumpa.org/artofthestate.
June 27, 2022 entry deadline
Alaska, Anchorage “Alaska Biennial 2022” (dates TBD) open to Alaska residents currently residing in the state and/or based in the state for 6+ months a year, over the age of 18. Individual artists are encouraged to submit works in a variety of media, including performance, writing, and sound, and made within 2 years of the application date (2020 to present). Work is created by an individual artist. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Anchorage Museum, AB 2022, 625 C St., Anchorage, AK 99501; biennial@AnchorageMuseum.org; www.anchoragemuseum.org.
fairs and festivals
June 1, 2022 entry deadline
West Virginia, Edmonds “Edmonds Arts Festival” (June 17–19) open to artists 16 years or older. All entries must be for sale. All entries must be original and entirely the work of the artist. May be created in any medium, including ceramics. 3D work may not exceed 80×30×30 inches. If entries exceed 75 pounds, the artist must provide proper pedestals. Any paint must be dry. Small items should be in a clear case for their protection (optional). Fee: $20 total for one to four pieces. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Edmonds Arts Festival, PO Box 212, Edmonds, WA 98020; galleryarts@edmondsartsfestival.com; www.edmondsartsfestival.com.
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