call for artists: Minnesota New Institute for Ceramic Education (MN NICE)

Minnesota New Institute for Ceramic Education (MN NICE) Application Deadline Approaching

Now entering its fourth year, MN NICE is an advanced certificate program that provides rigorous, personalized instruction for artists who are serious about taking the next step in their ceramic education. The program is designed to respond to the changing needs of students and give non-traditional students high-level training in ceramic materials, history and theory, and professional practice. Through instruction and individual mentorship, students build skills, knowledge, and insight necessary to create a personal and cohesive body of work.

MN NICE extends beyond the classroom to include artist lectures, gallery tours, and studio visits with established artists to take advantage of the rich ceramic resources throughout the Twin Cities, including those from academic and non-traditional routes of study, artists of other media, and arts administrators. The program strives to prepare students both artistically and professionally whether they are seeking gallery representation, applying for graduate school, or selling work to the public.

ABOUT: The program consists of three 8-week blocks of instruction, beginning in September and ending in May. During each block, the group meets for weekly seminars and field trips to museums, galleries, artist studios, and lectures. Throughout the year, participants have individual critiques with leading professionals in the field, helping them to focus their research and development of work. The program culminates with the submission of a graduation portfolio and a group exhibition in NCC’s Emily Galusha Gallery.

DEADLINE: The priority deadline for MN NICE applications is June 1

. To apply, visit: https://www.northernclaycenter.org/education/minnesota-new-institute-ceramic-education/mn-nice-application-form

INFO SESSION: Thursday, May 10, 6:00 pm in the NCC Library

CONTACT: If you have questions about the history of MN NICE or joining next year’s class, please make Manager of Education and Studio Artist Programs Kyle Rudy-Kohlhepp your first point of contact at [email protected] or call him directly at 612.339.8007 x314.

For more information about the MN NICE program, visit: https://www.northernclaycenter.org/education/minnesota-new-institute-ceramic-education