Call for Entry: NCC Members Exhibition

In the summer of 2015, NCC will turn its exhibition spotlight on our incredibly talented
members —comprised of students, educators, professional artists, and novices. We
invite you to view the array of talent of our member-artists! 

May 8–June 28

Gallery M
Opening Reception: Friday, May 15, 6 pm–8 pm 
Application deadline: Friday February 2015 pm
 

Application guidelines

  • You must be a member of NCC to apply to this exhibition.

  • The online application deadline is Friday, February 20, by 5 pm.

  • If accepted, work must arrive at NCC no later than April 21.

  • There is no application fee.

  • The member-artist is responsible for all shipping/transportation to and from NCC.

  • All applications must be submitted online.

  • Late, incomplete, and hard copy applications will not be accepted.

  • More information on how to apply is available online on the Northern Clay Center’s

    Exhibitions webpage: http://www.northernclaycenter.org/apply/ncc-members-exhibition-application

    Interested in becoming a member? Not sure about your membership status? Want to
    ensure your membership doesn’t lapse? Check out the levels of membership online,
    beginning at $35/year, or email us at [email protected] and we’ll assist
    you. Members receive discounts on classes and workshops and 10% off qualifying
    purchases in the gallery and online shop.

    Due to the high number of NCC members, this exhibition opportunity will be juried.
    Members may submit up to three pieces that were executed during the past two years,
    with a maximum of one piece being selected. All submitted work must be available
    at the time of the exhibition. Work that is not the same as the piece accepted will be
    disqualified. We would prefer to include pieces that have not been previously exhibited
    at the Clay Center. Due to space constraints, and a desire to include as many members
    as space allows, we must limit the size of any individual piece to 36” x 36” x 36”. 

    www.northernclaycenter.org

     

Castles of the New World by Jenna Turner

Byrdie’s Gallery, 2422 St. Claude Avenue, New Orleans, LA (http://byrdiesgallery.com/)
Open now until March 6th, 2015

Whether it is an old wooden grain elevator standing guard over the prairies or a towering gold mining dredge nestled in a northern creek bed, these 20th century structures maintain a certain power and grace despite their abandonment and dilapidation. Focusing primarily on form and material, Castles of the New World explores the architecture of these stacked and precarious buildings, while recognizing the high level of craftsmanship and artistry that continues to survive.

Installation view from front of gallery. Front right: Dredge #10 (Expanse), 2015, Ceramics, steel, wood.
             
Prairie Giant, 2015, Ceramics, steel, wood.  

To view more images please visit www.jennaturner.net

movie day: Ceramic Displacement

A potter, Thom Chambers, throws pots in a Volkswagen van while driving
around Laguna Beach, donating the wet clay pots to the environment.
Shot with super 8 film by Fred Stodder in 1979. Music by The Mike Mays
Quartet. Fred Stodder’s ceramic art can be viewed at
www.fredstodder.com

You can blame Brendan Tang for finding this one : )