by Carole Epp | Mar 20, 2021 | call for entry
Submissions Due May 28, 2021
In the wake of the recent Black Lives Matter movement, following the deaths of BIPOC individuals involving police, and the Indigenous Land Back movement, it became all too clear that the concept of diversity and inclusion is yet to be achieved. Systemic racism and neo-colonialism, homophobia and transphobia, racial profiling, the extreme right movement are still well anchored in our society, and emphasizing that we are far from being an inclusive society.
We announce a national open call for submissions from Canadian clay, glass and copper enamel artists for Myths and Realities, a national group exhibition that will spark conversation, and reflect on changes we must face related to important societal issues. We welcome submissions from artists who broadly embrace or identify with the theme of diversity and inclusion and all related issues in their artistic practices and experiences including, but not limited to, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, and mental or physical abilities. Multi-media works and those that incorporate new media within the use of clay, glass, and copper enameling will be considered. The selected works will be presented in the exhibition from September 2022 to January 2023.
For more information, and submission details, click here.
by Carole Epp | Mar 16, 2021 | call for entry
DEADLINE IS MAY1st, 2021
We at Make and Do will be partnering with the Ceramic School (https://ceramic.school) for the upcoming Ceramic Congress May 27-31, 2021. During the congress, we will be showcasing all the amazing ceramic works being made in our great country. We would like to highlight the work of Canadian ceramic artists from each province.
This is where you come in. Do you have a short video that you would like to share with the world? The video could be of your latest works, or a time-lapse of making a teapot, or even a guided tour of your studio! All we ask is that it’s 5 minutes or less and clay-related.
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Bonjour chère communauté céramique,
Le regroupement Make and Do s’associe avec The Ceramic School (https://ceramic.school) pour l’événement Ceramic Congress qui aura lieu du 27 au 31 mai 2021. Pendant toute la durée de la conférence, nous diffuserons l’extraordinaire travail des céramistes canadiens de chaque province et territoires.
Avez-vous une courte video à partager qui représente votre travail et vos valeurs? Nous désirons présenter votre travail actuel ou la démonstration d’une technique en intervalles de temps accélérées ou une visite d’atelier. Les vidéos ne doivent pas excéder 5 min et être sauvegardées en format mpeg. ou mov.
Submit your content HERE!
by Carole Epp | Mar 15, 2021 | workshops
Melbourne Clay is hosting a series of informal presentations by some of Australia’s most experienced and respected ceramics practitioners.
This is a rare opportunity to take an intimate journey with each artist into their distinctive world of making with insights into how they have all carved out thoroughly individual and unpredictable paths to success.
The style of presentation will be casual and conversational with discussion and reflection welcome amongst all participants.
Program
Owen Rye May 02 @owenryeceramics
Kate Jones Jun 20 @_kate_j_jones_
Jane McKenzie Jul 25 @janeamckenzie
Sophie Moran Aug 01 @sophiejanemoran
Sandra Bowkett Aug 29 @sandrabowkett
Amy Kennedy Sep 12 @amykennedyceramics
Su Hanna Oct 17 @suhanna_1
Limited Tickets on sale for all events. Full refunds will be given for any Covid related rescheduling or cancellation by Melbourne Clay or you.
by Carole Epp | Mar 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Via: My Modern Met
“The arts truly have the power to change lives. The accuracy of this aspirational statement is well known by Los Angeles-based artist Molly Larkey, who founded a non-profit organization called People’s Pottery Project. After becoming affiliated with organizations such as Californians United for a Responsible Budget and the California Coalition for Women Prisoners, Larkey was inspired to use her artistic skills to build a community and uplift those who were transitioning from the prison system back into normal life. This endeavor was launched in 2019 as “an artist-driven initiative whose mission is to empower formerly incarcerated women, trans, and nonbinary individuals and their communities through the arts.”
Since its inception, only a couple of years ago, People’s Pottery Project—fondly known as PPP for short—has made great strides and improved the lives of many. By offering pottery classes to the public and making handmade ceramic bowls and plates to sell, they are able to offer employment and support to previously incarcerated people, giving them a chance to build a better life and remain out of the prison system.”
Read the full interview HERE.
