Calling all pottery lovers. The National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts is bringing its 58th annual conference to Richmond March 20-23.
This year’s theme is Coalescence, based on the natural process where separate elements merge into a single body.
The main event will take place at the convention center, where attendees can enjoy panel discussions and keynotes from demonstrating artists and presenters. But Coalescence also includes a variety of public exhibitions and events around the region.
Here are a few to check out around town.
Exhibitions
Multicultural Fellowship Exhibition | Black History Museum | On view March 20-Aug. 17 | Reception Friday, March 22
Juried Student Exhibition | VisArts | On view through March 24 | Reception Friday, March 22
“Our America / Whose America” | The Valentine | On view through April 21
“Of Many” | Maymont | On view through March 23 | Reception Thursday, March 21
Nick Lenker, Holly Roberts, Kathleen Clark | Candela Books + Gallery | On view through April 20
“Evidence That We’re Still Here” | 1708 Gallery | On view March 1-April 14 | Reception Friday, March 22
Group Exhibition | Pamplemousse Gallery | On view March 20-23
“Being Bridges” | Art Works | On view March 19-23 | Reception Thursday, March 21 and Friday, March 22
Experiences
Clay Windows of Richmond | Locations vary | March 20-23 | Storefronts around the city will have ceramic displays with featured artists.
Richmond Curious: RVA Ceramics Scene | Gather | March 22 | Learn about Richmond’s thriving ceramics community at this free networking event.
Shop
SHIFTWORK | ICA | Open through Friday, March 22 | Showcase for local artists with work available for purchase
Pop-Up Pot Shop | Odd Bird | March 20-22 | Shop ceramics, tees, prints, accessories, and more
Bizarre Market Pop-Up | VisArts | March 18-23 | Find work by VisArts ceramicists on display around Richmond
Get the full list of events and conference ticket information on NCECA’s website.
