call for artists: Twin Cups

by Carole Epp | Dec 12, 2019 | call for entry

The Missouri Western State University Clay Guild is sponsoring the National Ceramic Exhibition titled Twin Cups. The exhibition is open to all artists 18 years and older residing in the U.S.  Submitted artworks may be either functional or sculptural representations of a pair of cups, mugs, or drinking vessels, etc.  A $30.00 jury fee entitles each artist to submit a maximum of three entries (each entry consisting of a set of two).  Artworks must have been completed within the last two years.

Awards:
$500 – Best of Show
$200 – 1st Place
$100 – 2nd Place

Awards will be selected at the sole discretion of the juror.

Juror:  Becky Lloyd
My work uses a centuries old technique called sgraffito to create very intricate patterns and designs. Each piece of hand thrown porcelain is coated with a black terra sigillata slip. I then use a very sharp knife to cut into the slip to expose the white porcelain underneath. This technique allows me to indulge in my passion for design and challenge my skills at the same time.

Over the last few years my work has become more personal. A refuge. An expression of beauty, love and grief all at the same time. I have always had a keen interest in ancient civilizations and the incredible art they produced. Those ancient worlds hold endless inspiration for me and always will. But I am now looking inside myself. Searching. Searching for what I have lost. In late April of 2014, Steve my husband, partner in clay and life passed away unexpectedly of an undiagnosed heart condition. This man that I spent over 26 years of my life with was everything to me. He was always my biggest fan but I now know he was also my biggest inspiration. A true artist. An amazing potter. Never have I worked in the studio without him by my side. The pots we made together were an expression of the love we had for each other and our work. I cannot help but reflect on what was. It has shaped my life to what it is. Moving forward is inevitable, but in looking back and remembering I am carrying along memories and ideas of all that we had together. Now I must look inside and find the courage and grace to continue what Steve and I started together so long ago. Steve will always be in every piece I make and every piece I decorate. How could it be any other way?

Becky Lloyd – Cups

Calendar:

Eligibility:  Open to all ceramic artists 18 years and older residing in the U.S.  Artworks must have been completed within the last two years. Submitted work may be either functional or sculptural representations of a pair of cups, mugs, or drinking vessels, etc.  The $30.00 jury fee entitles each artist to submit a maximum of three entries (each entry consisting of a set of two).

Media:  All works must be primarily ceramic.  Mixed media works will be accepted only if clay comprises at least 50% of the artwork.  The juror will make all final determinations.

Digital Images Submission:  Images should be submitted in JPG format.  Size images to 1920 pixels on the longest side at 300 dpi.  Images should be named using the following format:     First Initial_Last Name_ Submission #.JPG   (example:  J_Smith_1.JPG)
The MWSU Clay Guild reserves the right to use submitted images of artwork for publicity, documentation, education, and promotion. CD’s will not be returned.

Entry Fee:  $30.00 for three entries (each entry consists of 2 pieces).  After submitting your application online, your screen should display a print page (you will also receive an email).  Please print the page and send it with your check to complete the registration process to:

David Harris
MWSU Clay Guild – Twin Cups:  National Ceramics Exhibition 2018
Missouri Western State University
4525 Downs Drive
St. Joseph, MO  64507

Sales:  The Clay Guild will take a 25% commission on sales made during the exhibition.

Rules:  All accepted work must remain for the duration of the show.  Submission of the entry form signifies the artist’s understanding and acceptance of the rules of the exhibit.

Opening:  Exhibition opens February 21, 2020 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  It will be held in the Potter Fine Arts Gallery located on the Missouri Western State University campus.  All artists are invited to attend.

Shipping:  Artists are responsible for shipping their work to and from the MWSU Potter Fine Arts Gallery and insuring it while in transit.  Shipped entries must be securely packed (No Styrofoam Peanuts) and sent in substantial reusable containers.  Double boxing is strongly recommended.  Accepted works should arrive at the gallery no later than February 12, 2020

Return Shipping:  Artists must provide a pre-paid return shipping label for the return of unsold items..  Artwork left with the gallery more than 30 days after the close of the exhibition, without return arrangements, will be deemed abandoned and become the property of the MWSU Clay Guild to do with as they will.

Ship Selected Work To:
 
MWSU Clay Guild – Twin Cups:  National Ceramics Exhibition 2018
Potter Fine Arts Gallery
Missouri Western State University
4525 Downs Drive
St. Joseph, MO  64507
1-816-271-4282

Liability:  Every reasonable precaution will be taken during receiving, installing, exhibition, and return of work, but the MWSU Clay Guild, its members, volunteers, and Missouri Western State University will assume no responsibility for loss or damage incurred. Artists must carry their own insurance.

Online Entry Form: MWSU Clay Guild – Twin Cups National Ceramics Exhibition

Prospectus: Twin Cups Prospectus.PDF

Questions: email: [email protected] or David Harris at [email protected]