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The week\u2019s news in the ceramic art world \u2013 January 14, 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\udd47 Applications are now open for the International Competition of the Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale 2026<\/a>, inviting ceramic artists from around the world to submit works that reflect contemporary practice and a forward-looking vision for the medium. Organized by the Korea Ceramic Foundation, this renowned competition awards one Grand Prize of ~$40,000 and nine Excellence Prizes of ~$6,800 each. Submissions are accepted online until February 12, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccc\u00a0ceramic brussels<\/a>\u00a0returns to Tour & Taxis, Brussels, from January 21\u201325, 2026 for its third edition, bringing together 65 galleries and more than 200 artists from around 30 countries. This year\u2019s fair features a special focus on Spain as part of EUROPALIA ESPA\u00d1A, alongside a tribute to Enric Mestre, a major exhibition of Elmar Trenkwalder as Guest of Honour, and a presentation of the ceramic brussels art prize 2026 laureates. A programme of 12 international talks and a dedicated artbook section complete the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\ude4c A special roundtable on visibility and access in contemporary ceramics<\/a> will take place during ceramic brussels on Saturday, January 24, at 12:30. Moderated by Vasi Hirdo (Editor of Ceramics Now), the discussion brings together Ga\u00eblle Cornut (Ceramic Art Andenne), Nele van Wieringen (Keramikmuseum Westerwald), Claire FitzGerald (Mus\u00e9e Ariana), and Oriol Calvo Verg\u00e9s (International Academy of Ceramics) to examine how exhibitions, institutions, open calls, and other frameworks shape who is seen (and who remains underrepresented) in today\u2019s ceramics landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc4c The Hunterdon Art Museum (Clinton, NJ) is inviting US-based artists to apply to Claybash<\/a>, its second Triennial Juried Exhibition of Ceramics. The exhibition welcomes diverse approaches that explore clay as both material and idea, from functional and sculptural work to experimental practices. Claybash 2026 will be juried by curator and writer Angelik Vizcarrondo-Laboy, with awards including a $1,000 First Prize. Applications are due February 9, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u26b1\ufe0f Artists working in craft-based media are invited to apply for Houston Center for Contemporary Craft\u2019s Artist Residency Program<\/a>, offering three- to twelve-month residencies beginning in September 2026. Open to artists working in wood, glass, metal, fiber, and clay, the program provides 24\/7 studio access, a $1,000 monthly stipend, and professional development opportunities. Residents maintain open studio hours and participate in talks and exhibitions. Applications are due February 1, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\udd0f Artists based in the United States are invited to apply to Small Favors 2026<\/a>, The Clay Studio\u2019s long-running exhibition celebrating small-scale works with big impact. Open to artists working in clay and other media, the exhibition challenges makers to create works that fit within a four-inch cube. Selected pieces will be presented and offered for sale both in the gallery and online. Small Favors 2026 runs October 8 \u2013 December 31, 2026, with applications due June 1, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf93 Artists working with clay are invited to apply for a ceramic creation residency in Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie<\/a> (France) to explore the relationship between ceramics, vines, and wine culture. Organized by the Office Culturel in partnership with Domaine Deleuze Rochetin, the residency runs from June 2026 to February 2027 (minimum eight weeks on site) and includes accommodation, a studio, \u20ac4,000 in artist fees, and \u20ac2,000 in production support. Applications are due February 15, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\uddfe For more than thirteen centuries, the clay-rich hills of Tajimi, in Japan\u2019s Gifu prefecture, have quietly shaped one of the country\u2019s most influential ceramic industries and cultures. Yet beyond specialist circles, Tajimi\u2014the heart of the Mino Ceramic Valley\u2014remains largely undiscovered. In April 2026, an intimate ceramic workshop and retreat with Shingo Takeuchi invites participants to step inside this living landscape of clay, craft, and community. Read more about this ceramic workshop & retreat<\/a> in Tajimi, Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcac Join artists Gabriella Mlynarczyk and Yuki Nakamura for\u00a0Clay in Conversation 13: Play<\/a>, the thirteenth in a series of conversations curated by Julia Ellen Lancaster, presenting artists working with clay and ceramics. This episode explores how play shapes ceramic practice, with artists presenting their work through this lens. The presentations will be followed by a conversation chaired by Tessa Peters and a Q&A with the audience. The event takes place at Portland Hall, University of Westminster, on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 6\u20138 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exhibitions<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Discover these ceramic exhibitions that were recently featured in Ceramics Now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n