MUD + GLORY
An All Day Ceramic & Sake Fundraising Event
April 27th
9:00am – 7:00pm
The Ultimate Clay Bash and Clash is here!
Dive into a day where ceramics aren’t just art, they’re an adventure. Whether you’re a clay wizard, an art newbie, or just here for the fun, we’ve got you covered with a day of exploration into clay. All funds go to Artists Scholarships, Artists in Residence Program and Youth Ceramics Programs.
We have 3 sessions lined up:
- Morning Workshops: Classes in sculpting, throwing, slab construction, and much more for all levels of ceramicists!
- Afternoon Fun and Mud Slinging: This is a time for the whole family, which includes presentations, an exhibit of American and Japanese ceramics by Ken Underwood, competitions for attendees, raku firing, mug making, activities for the kids, sake tasting, as well as a food truck!
- Clay Clash: In the evening, local clay titans battle it out in a competition of both throwing and sculpting to see who will take home the $250 gift certificate from IMCO. Attendees will have the chance to vote on their favorite pieces, with a chance to take them home!
Throughout the afternoon there will be guided hands-on activities, quirky contests, and special activities like sake tasting and a Raku firing.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Morning Workshops – See Full Schedule |
| 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Afternoon Antics and “Clay Clash” contest |
Morning Workshops
If you want to up your clay game, start your day with hands-on workshops led by notable local artisans. From sculpting wizards to glazing goddesses, you’ll learn it all. Ever wanted to throw clay like a pro or decorate like a boss? We’re here to make it happen.
Workshops by:
- Jim Lee, Chic Lotz , Rene Sprattling, Rodney Mott, Mindy Oberne, Juliette Morris Williams, Lynn Wood, Vallerie Birkoff , Yvon Doktor, Ian Wieczorik, Bob Davis and more…
- See Full Schedule Here
- Learn More About the Presenters Here
Afternoon Antics
Select your sake cup (handmade for your appreciation) and sip some sake, or opt for other beverages.
If you’re ready to get your hands dirty then your with the right people. jump into our quirky clay contests and try your hand, with our artists to guide you, at the potter’s wheel, slab work or try some sculpting. Time to explore. There will also be presentations and demonstrations by professional ceramicists including activities like Jim Lee’s story telling while creating clay character facial expressions live !
You can also peruse some ceramic by these same artisans artwork to take home from our curated ceramics market. Whether you’re competing for glory or just here to make a mess, it’s all good.
For the Kids
We’ve got a put together a whole lineup of kid-friendly clay activities that’ll keep youth engaged. From mini clay contests , to hands-on ceramics sessions where they can create their very own artwork, it’s the great playground for young artists to explore this discipline. Youth 14 and under are free with an adult.
Special Activities
Glaze and Raku a Sake cup – Ever wanted to glaze and fire your own sake cup in a Raku kiln? You will also learn the history of Raku while glazing and firing your art piece.
Make your own mug – Have an immersive mug-making experience. Participants will start with slabs of clay and guided by experienced artisans, you’ll learn how to use various tools to add texture and character to your clay, The adventure doesn’t end there. Participants will be invited back to explore the world of glazing, choosing from an array of colors and finally to fire your creation.
Ceramics Exhibit
The afternoon will also feature Ken Underwood’s collection of Japanese and American ceramic pieces in the Mingei tradition. About Underwood’s exhibit:
“Mingei celebrates a utilitarian, folk-art aesthetic, in harmony with nature, often referred to as wabi-sabi. Three titans of 20th century ceramics, Shoji Hamada, Bernard Leach, and Warren MacKenzie, collaborated to create and spread this philosophy. My collection will show plates, tea bowls, mitzusashi, teapots, and other vessels from these artists and their students in Mashiko, Japan, St. Ives, England, and Minnesota, USA. Most of the pieces are wood fired, a process well known locally. The pieces will not be for sale.”
Evening Extravaganza:
The Clay Clash
As the sun sets, the vibe shifts to the ultimate showdown – The Clay Clash. Regional ceramic pros will take the stage, battling it out in a spectacle of skill, creativity, and pure clay chaos and the winners in each category will take home $250 gift certificate from IMCO.. Which sculptor/potter will battle their way to the top? You decide, with your raffle ticket, to vote on your favorite pieces. Raffle winners will get a chance to pick out their choice of glazes and with the help of our very own Studio Guides, get their piece fired. Get ready for a showdown that’ll leave you in awe of the magic that hands, clay, creativity and a dash of competitive spirit can create.
For the Artists
Funds we raise goes straight to supporting artist scholarships and residencies. So, you’re not just having fun; you’re fueling the future of art.
Free Hand-Made Sake Cup!
While supplies last, all afternoon and all day tickets get a free hand-made sake cup filled with sake (21+).
Interested in learning more about sake? Sign up for a full sake tasting where our knowledgable guide will walk you through the history of sake and you’ll get to try several different kinds!
MUD + Glory isn’t just an event; it’s an adventure. So, whether you’re here to level up your ceramic game, meet other clay artists, or just chill with a cup of sake, we’re all about that life. Let’s get this clay party started! 🚀
All Approved Participants Get Free Entry Into the Event!
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