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monday morning eye candy: Make and Do Ceramics

by Carole Epp | Feb 15, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

So forgive me but I’m going to diverge slightly from the usual monday morning eye candy post to introduce a project that’s been happily consuming a lot of my time lately. I assure you though that there will still be some lovely eye candy… : )

Make and Do is a project that is the brainchild of Mariko Paterson and myself after too many late night chats about our mutual desire to have a means to find out more about the current state of ceramic art in Canada. More and more often as of late I’ve been contacted by international galleries, publications, curators and the like, asking for suggestions of Canadian Clay Artists for them to look at. And it led me to the sad realization that as much as I’m a part of the Canadian clay community I also struggle to get a clear sense of what’s happening across this expansive land of ours.

This frustration led Mariko and I to channel our youthful can do attitudes and to begin the humble steps towards change. And thus Make and Do was born.

So what exactly is make and do? well….

make and do
is a new initiative to promote ceramic design and art from Canadian
makers. the group has been brought together under the common goal of
working towards greater exposure and knowledge of canadian ceramics
internationally.

We’ve pulled together 15 ceramic artists from across Canada who not only made amazing work but who already had established strong social media platforms.

Top row: Lesley McInally, April Gates, Russell Hackney, Sarah Pike, Robin Dupont
Middle: Jenna Stanton, Kalika Bowlby, Shane Weaver, Cathy Terepocki, Krystal Speck
Bottom: Marney McDiarmid, Heather Braun-Dahl, Katy Drijber, Mariko Paterson, Carole Epp

The main goal of the Make and Do website is to put a collective voice together so that as makers we can work together to help and support each other and our individual businesses. We’ll have an online shop opening on March 1st and will be curating monthly guest artists to join us in the shop every month. The website also hosts a blog that will grow to be a look into the ceramic scene across the country. Artists can get in touch and are encouraged to let us know about exhibitions, workshops and events that are happening across the country.

One of the most inclusive parts of the website and one that makes us quite proud is the Canadian Clay Directory.

This will be a long term project, but our intent is to pull together as many ceramic artists, organizations, galleries, and resources all in one place. It’s hugely ambitious we know, but it’s long overdue. Please consider contributing to the directory or supporting it with a donation. All of this work is being done by our make and do crew on a volunteer basis so your support means A LOT!

So if you want to find out more please visit the Make and Do website and have a look around. You can also follow us on instagram or facebook.

We’re also encouraging people to start using the hashtag #canadianceramics this is simple thing we can all do to help build a reference source for Canadian Clay.

I hope you’ll join us on this new adventure, whether you’re from Canada or from afar, this site is for everyone.

And now as promised here’s some monday morning eye candy from the make and do crew.
Happy Monday!

Ceram-A-Rama 2016 Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, 6:30 p.m.

by Carole Epp | Feb 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

a benefit for the ASU Art Museum Ceramics Research Center
at the ASU Art Museum Brickyard

We’re getting ready for a high-energy party!s

Ceram-A-Rama 2016 will be an unforgettable night of drinks,
appetizers, silent and live auctions and music at the ASU Art Museum
Brickyard. This year’s event honors Paul J. Smith, director emeritus of
the Museum of Art and Design in New York City, on the occasion of his
new exhibition of artist portraits at the museum. The festivities also
coincide with the 15th Annual Self-Guided Ceramic Studio Tour
organized by the CRC Artists Advisory Committee, Feb. 20–21, 2016.
While you’re here, experience the full spectrum of ceramics in the
Phoenix-metro area with a special VIP package.

Ceram-A-Rama VIP Package includes:

Evening tour kickoff event on Feb. 17 with Ceramic Studio Tour artists;
Two-day bus tour of the valley led by retired
Ceramics Research Center curator Peter Held, Feb. 18–19 – visit
collector’s homes, artist studios, local cultural attractions and
private receptions (detailed information for the bus tour);
Reserved seats for a special lecture with Paul J. Smith;
Exclusive dining and shopping opportunities; and
VIP admission and seating at the Ceram-A-Rama party
at the ASU Art Museum Brickyard, Feb. 20, where we’re hosting live and
silent auctions of regionally and nationally renowned artists.

Get your tickets now!

•$500	Two – Day VIP Bus Tour Package per person
	Includes: VIP Ceram-A-Rama Ticket
•$650	VIP Ceram-A-Rama table of eight
•$100	VIP Ceram-A-Rama ticket per person
	Includes: Ceram-A-Rama Ticket plus
	Auction preview
	Reserved seating for lecture by Paul J. Smith
	VIP reception with Paul J. Smith
	Reserved seating at Ceram-A-Rama
	Pre-paid parking at the Brickyard
•$35	Ceram-A-Rama ticket per person
•$25	Ceram-A-Rama Early Bird ticket per person (end Feb. 13)
	Includes:
	Open bar and complementary appetizers
	Live music and dancing
	Silent and live auctions
	Free parking in Lot 20 near ASU Art Museum (Mill &10th)

To reserve your VIP package today, or to inquire about donation of
artwork and volunteer opportunities, contact Mary-Beth Buesgen at [email protected].

http://asuartmuseum.asu.edu/ceramarama/

job posting: Limited-Term Appointment Position in Ceramics

by Carole Epp | Feb 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

Concordia University’s Department of Studio Arts
invites applications for one limited-term appointment position in
Ceramics at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, effective
August 1, 2016 to May 14, 2017.

Limited-term appointment positions are subject to budgetary approval
and departmental or unit need. Individuals holding limited-term
appointments may be reappointed, given continued funding and need, as
well as satisfactory job performance. Together, initial appointments
and subsequent reappointments may not exceed 36 months or a span of
three consecutive years.

Studio Arts is the largest department in the Faculty of Fine Arts and
enjoys a longstanding reputation as one of Canada’s foremost
environments for the study and creation of visual art. BFA programs are
offered in Ceramics, Fibres and Material Practices, Intermedia (Video,
Performance and Electronic Arts), Painting and Drawing, Photography,
Print Media, Sculpture and Studio Art. For more than 30 years, Studio
Arts has maintained an MFA program of international stature. The
department emphasizes the importance of studio production, and has an
experienced technical staff and a faculty complement of more than 100
full-time and part-time professors, including some of the most
celebrated contemporary artists in the country.

During the initial appointment, the successful candidate will
normally be expected to teach up to 18 credits at the undergraduate
level and up to 21 credits per annum if reappointed. Successful
applicants should be prepared to advise and participate in reviews at
the graduate level. Responsibilities will also include active
involvement in committee and administrative work.

Candidates for this position should possess an MFA degree or
equivalent with a preference of two years university teaching
experience. We are seeking a practicing ceramicist who is actively
engaged within the field. The ideal candidate should show an unequivocal
engagement with the materials of ceramics, demonstrate technical
expertise in handbuilding and a strong understanding of the issues
surrounding the contemporary practice of ceramics. Although classes are
taught in English, fluency in spoken and written French would be
considered an asset.

Submissions should include:

a letter of application
curriculum vitae
statement of teaching philosophy
evidence of teaching effectiveness (including course syllabi and evaluations)
a list of courses taught with course descriptions
documentation of past and present artwork (20 images)
examples of student work (20 images) sent on DVD, CD, or USB Stick
the names and contact information of three referees

All short-listed candidates will be required to provide an attestation of terminal degree.

Applications with a self-addressed, stamped envelope should be submitted or postmarked on or before March 7, 2016 to:

Mailing address:

Departmental Hiring Committee, Department of Studio Arts, Concordia University
Re: LTA Position in Ceramics
1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W., VA-250, Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3G 1M8
Fax: 514-848-2281

Civic address for in-person and courier delivery:

Visual Arts Building
Sir George Williams Campus
1395 René-Lévesque Blvd. W., VA-250, Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3G 2M5

General inquiries regarding this position may be directed, by e-mail, to [email protected]

To learn more about working at Concordia, applicants are encouraged to consult:

Department of Studio Arts: http://www.concordia.ca/finearts/studio-arts.html
Faculty of Fine Arts: http://www.concordia.ca/finearts.html
Working at Concordia: http://www.concordia.ca/hr/jobs.html

Subject to budgetary approval, we anticipate filling this position
for August 1, 2016. Review of applications will begin immediately and
will continue until the position is filled.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however,
Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given
priority. Concordia University is committed to employment equity.

residency opportunity @ the Archie Bray Foundation

by Carole Epp | Feb 15, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

Applications for residencies are accepted between
November and March and are reviewed once a year. To be considered,
applications for short-term or year-long residencies must be received at
the Bray no later than
March 1, 2016.

Applying:

All applications for the 2016–2017 Bray artist in
residence program year will be accepted online. By following the link at
the bottom of this page you will be taken to Slideroom.com which will
allow you to register and upload your images.

Residency Options:

Long-term Residency with Fellowship beginning in the fall of 2016 (1–2 years)
Click here for more information on fellowships.
Summer Residency with Scholarship between June–October of 2016 (2–4 months)
Short-term Residency without Scholarship between October 2016 and June 2017 (1–2 months, limited availability)

When applying please submit the following information:

Preferred residency choices with preferred start and end dates.
Educational history
Résumé
A brief artist’s statement.
Letter of intent stating your artistic goals and interests in the Bray’s residency program.
Contact information of 3 people who can speak to your qualifications as a potential
resident. List the name, affiliation, phone number, and
email address. Reference letters will not be accepted.
20 digital images of your recent
work submitted as jpgs with title of the piece, year made, materials and dimensions.

**For good image quality and a fast upload, your
image files must be sized around 1800 x 1800 pixels at 72 dpi
(approximately 6″ x 6″ at 300 dpi). Please do not submit images smaller
than this requirement.