Clay is a material that knows no boundaries. The tradition of manipulating clay into a pot, a sculpture, tile or shelter is ancient and unending. This call is seeking ceramic artwork that utilizes this elemental material in any context or form and exemplifies the vast potential of ceramics. This exhibition welcomes artwork that embraces the traditions of clay making, represents contemporary interpretations of the medium and pushes the boundaries of this essential material that comes from the ground below our feet.

The exhibition will be juried anonymously through the submission of digital images by the 2024 Western New Mexico University Visiting Artist.

Juror: Jared Tso
https://www.jaredtso.com/

WHERE: Light Art Space
209 West Broadway, Silver City, NM 88061 https://lightartspace.com/

WHEN: Exhibition Dates: July 4th – July 28th, 2024 
Submission deadline: May 31st, 2024 11:59 PM A

AWARDS:

First Place
Second Place
Third Place
Honorable Mention
Best Student Work

2024 Timeline

May 31st - Entry Submission & Fee Deadline 

June 7th - Notification of accepted entries  

June 22nd - Accepted works must be received 

July 4th - From the Earth Exhibition opens 

July 5th, 5 - 7 pm - Public Reception 

July 22 - 28th - Silver City CLAY Festival 

June 27th, 6- 8 pm - Reception

July 28th – Exhibition closes

July 28th, 2 - 4 pm - Pickup of hand-delivered work

August 2nd - 31st - Return shipment of unsold work

Application Requirements

● One entry consists of 3 art pieces (you must submit 3, if you wish to only submit 1 or 2 pieces then duplicate one or two entries. contact karen@lightartspace.com if unclear)

● Each artist may submit a maximum of 10 pieces. 

● If accepted, each piece must be marked with the artist’s name, title, and retail price. 

● Size limits:
FREE STANDING PIECES:  No taller or wider than 24”, no heavier than 20 lbs.  Must be stable and pedestal ready. 
WALL PIECES:  No taller or wider than 24”, no heavier than 10 lbs.  Must be ready to be securely hung. 

● The artist will supply installation materials if a unique installation is required. 

● Entries must be made of natural clay. 

● There are no restrictions as to design, finish, or technique. 

● All accepted entries must be for sale during the exhibition. 

● Upon submission, the artist agrees to fulfill deadlines and cover return shipping costs and labels. FedEx is our preferred shipping method and double boxes are suggested. No peanuts, please.

Fees & Shipping Entry fees: 
$35 for three pieces (you must submit 3, if you wish to only submit 1 or 2 pieces then duplicate one or two entries. Contact karen@lightartspace.com if unclear), $5 for each additional piece, 10 pieces maximum (includes the first 3 pieces). 

Full-time Student discount: $20. Use code Student.

For entries selected to be a part of the From the Earth exhibition, the artist is responsible for shipping and insurance of accepted work to and from the exhibition.

Hand delivery and pickup are also acceptable. Shipped works must be sent in an easily reusable container/packaging and must include prepaid return shipping and insurance.

Eligibility Criteria

● The Exhibition is open to all artists 18 years and older, residing in the United States and internationally. 

● Accepted entries must remain in the gallery for the duration of the exhibition and must be for sale, with Light Art Space retaining 50 percent of the total sale price. 

● All works must have been completed in the last year. 

● Entries shown in previous CLAY Festival juried exhibitions will NOT be accepted.