With hundreds of artists involved in working with clay in the region "the cradle of American Art Pottery, spearheaded by women" Cincinnati becomes a fitting place for the 55th Annual NCECA conference. We anticipate the return after 31 years to invigorate the [...]
You know them as wise advisors, educators, innovators, clay cultural leaders, and individuals who embody generous spirits. The NCECA Awards and Honors recognize leaders in the field of ceramics for their impact regionally, lifetime support of others, roles as [...]
It is that time of year, NCECA is looking to fill two vacated seats on our board of directors, one Director at Large (DAL) and one Student Director at Large (SDAL). Our new DAL will help manage our emerging artists [...]
Art is the fuel that powers the fires of inspiration. Great works of art can foster curiosity, innovation and creative problem solving, leading those who encounter that art down paths to discovery. This experience of connection, of drawing on [...]
"I value the communities that I have formed and am continuing to expand on. My artwork aims to bring people closer and act as markers for people to congregate around. Larger pieces are a community experience because they quickly [...]
Winona LaDuke is an internationally renowned activist working on issues of sustainable development renewable energy and food systems. She lives and works on the White Earth reservation in northern Minnesota, and is a two time vice presidential candidate with [...]
Hi everyone, my name is Ashlyn Pope and I currently serve on the NCECA Board of Directors as one of the two Student Directors at Large. As the senior of the two student directors, I wanted to take this opportunity [...]
Deadline October 9, 2019 NCECA is pleased to announce the 21st Annual Regina Brown Undergraduate Student Fellowships! The purpose of this fellowship is to foster and catalyze undergraduates’ capacities to expand awareness and deepen knowledge in the ceramic arts [...]
Deadline October 9, 2019 NCECA is pleased to announce the 16th annual NCECA Graduate Student Fellowships. The purpose of this fellowship is to foster and catalyze graduate students’ capacities to expand awareness and deepen knowledge in the ceramic arts through [...]
"From where I sit. Reporting in from southern California, 30 years and counting" – Closing lecture by Tony Marsh “Beliefs, observations, thoughts and prayers from over 30 years as an educator and more as a maker. Drawing from experiences [...]
"Being recognized as a 2019 Emerging Artist was one of the most important bench marks of my career. This award has afforded me exposure that will benefit me for years to come, and it has also inspired me to [...]
The #MeToo movement has had a profound effect in every corner of American life, including in the arts. One has only to read the various arts journals and professional publications; go online to arts websites; read one’s emails; or [...]
One of the best things about NCECA is that it is a member-driven organization. The board members, speakers, presenters, and panelists are almost always one of us. In any large group, there’s always a tendency to assume that “they” will [...]
Brooks Oliver - Artist Interview How would you describe yourself? I hope they would say I was funny. I think they would most likely say that I was a very passionate and friendly person with an ability to relate [...]
