Openings, shows, Workshops, job postings, equipment, & anything else that might involve the northern
Ohio clay community.

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

12.19-20


12.19
“Third Fridays.” 78th Street Studios. 1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland
12.20
Screw Factory 13000 Athens Ave., Lakewood www.screwfactory artists.com  1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland  “Cleveland Hand Made Last Minute Market and Screw Factory Artist Open Studio.”  Hours 10-6pm.  
Loren Naji Studio Gallery 2138 W. 25th Street, Cleveland www.lorennaji.com  “Warm Hearts for the Homeless.”  Opening 6-9pm.  

Thursday, December 11, 2014

12.11-14


12.10-14
Jenny Mendes Online Holiday Sale!  https://www.etsy.com/shop/jennymendes
12.11 + 12
Rose Iron Works Studio and Forge, 1536 E. 43rd. St., Cleveland,  www.roseironworks.com  “2014 Holiday Boutique.”  Open both days 2-7pm.  

12. 12
LOOP Gallery 2180 W. 11th St., Tremont  “Winter Showcase.”  Featuring the work of Matthew Gallagher, April Bleakney Matt O’Reilly and Brianna Dearest.  Opening 6-9pm. Opening Dec. 12th, 2014 for the Tremont ArtWalk, Loop is proud to present a showcase of some of our favorite artists, just in time for the Holidays! This show will be up from Dec. 11th, 2014 through Jan. 5th, 2015. All items purchased before Dec. 23rd 2014 will be available for pick up on Dec. 23rd.

12.13
River Gallery,19046 Old Detroit Road, Rocky River 44116 440 331-8406, www.rivergalleryarts.com  “Winter Open House.”  12-5pm.  

Juma Gallery, 2026 Murray Hill Road, Cleveland, 216.721.3773, www.jumagallery.com  AND Juma Gallery, 20100 Chagrin Blvd., Shaker Heights, 44122, 216.295.1717.  “Holiday Open House.”  At Both Juma Locations.  

 12.13+14

78th Street Studios. 1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland.  “Cleveland Bazaar.”  Saturday 10AM-9PM Sunday 10AM-6PM.  Bazaar Bizarre has  morphed into the Cleveland Bazaar and it’s gotten HUGE, with more than 150 vendors displaying weird and wonderful items — all handmade and mostly from around the region. It’s a great place to find gifts you know won’t be duplicated.  A big bazaar needs a big space so the Cleveland Bazaar will be taking over several spaces in the sprawling 78th Street Studios building all weekend. It’s free to get in, although you can buy a $20 early bird shopper pass to get in at 9am Saturday. The ticket price includes a limited edition Cleveland Bazaar 10th anniversary T-shirt.  clevelandbazaar.org/

Thursday, December 4, 2014

12.5-7



12. 5
Kent State University Art Gallery, Terrace Drive, Kent.  330.672.7853. Art Building, room 202.   “John Balistreri Lecture.”  Friday Lecture Series.  Ceramic artist John Balistreri will give a lecture at noon on Friday, Dec. 5, in room 202 of the Art Building. John Balistreri, who received his M.F.A. in ceramics from Kent State University, is a professor at Bowling Green State University. For more information on his career and images of his work, visithttp://johnbalistreriartist.com/.

12.5-7
TerraVista Studios, 1400 East 30th Street #401, Cleveland, 216.523.1387, www.terravistastudios.com “15th Annual Holiday Sale.”   Friday 11-4, Saturday 12-7, Sunday 12-4.
12.6
Harris-Stanton Gallery 1370 W. 9th Street, Cleveland.  “Holiday Open House.”  Saturday from 12-4pm.  

12.6+7
The ArtCraft Building, 2570 Superior Avenue, Cleveland 44114
 “ArtCraft Open Studio Show.” Celebrating the fine craft of Downtown Studio Artists for 27 years! Saturday, December 6, 2014,  10am to 7pm. Sunday, December 7, 2014, 11am to 5pm. Free parking available.  Wheelchair accessibility and elevator access.  More info at:http://artcraftstudio.wordpress.com Looking for some art? Find plenty of it at the ArtCraft Open Studio & Sale where you can purchase high-quality art by local artists at reasonable prices. The 27th annual event is billing itself as the “largest collection of fine art & craft for the holiday season.” Go shop happy and check out the cool studios.

Zygote Press, 1410 East 30th St., Cleveland 216.621.2900  www.zygotepress.com  “Off the Wall Members Show and Sale.”  
Superior Hot Glass at 1588 E. 40th St. between Superior and Payne and behind the Shovelworks Building which is at 1577 E. 40th St.   Dec. 6th, 10am-8pm and -7th, noon-5.  Sue Berry at Superior Hot Glass has invited Theresa Yondo to show clay work with the gang at the studio.  

Friday, November 28, 2014

11.29-30




Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the Hildebrandt Building!

11.29-30
Hildebrandt Building, 3619 Walton Ave. Cleveland,  2nd Floor, 440.590.0672, www.hecticstudio.com  “Annual Holiday Sale.”  Saturday and Sunday 11-5pm.  Featuring the work of Stephanie Craig, Bette Drake, Virginia Houston, Todd Leech, Katie McDermott and Mike Mikula.  (Images Above)
11.29
Harris-Stanton Gallery 2301 West Market Street, Akron, 330.867.7600, www.harrisstantongallery.com  “Holiday Open House.”  12-4pm.  
Juma Gallery, 2026 Murray Hill Road, Cleveland, 216.721.3773, www.jumagallery.com  and Juma Gallery, 20100 Chagrin Blvd., Shaker Heights, 44122, 216.295.1717  “Shop Small Saturday.”  20% off!  Open 10-6pm.  
Heights Art Gallery, 2175 Lee Road  Cleveland Hts., 216.371.3457 www.heightsarts.org  “Shop Small Saturday.”  Open 11 am -9:30pm.

Thursday, November 20, 2014

11.20-23



11.20

Tri-C Gallery West, 2nd Floor Campus Library, 11000 Pleasant Valley Road, Parma, 216.987.5322, www.tri-c.edu.  "Observitare- Work by Carrie Longley, Amy Kollar Anderson and Lane Bachman."  Opening 5-7pm.  (Image Above)

Cleveland Print Room (in Artcraft Building), 2550 Superior Ave, Suite 102, Cleveland, 216.401.5981  “Pablo Sierra Marino.”  Opening 5-8pm.
Lakeland Community College 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, OH 44094, 440.525.7029  “Faculty Exhibition.”  Opening 7-9pm. This eclectic collection includes painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography, jewelry/metals, textile design, mixed media and graphic design created by the talented and skilled visual arts faculty of Lakeland Community College.
11.21
78th Street Studios. 1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland  “Third Friday Open Studios.”  New gallery opening this week.  Hartshorn Studios.  Also check out Sandy Miller!
Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, 1834 E. 123rd St. Cleveland, 216.721.9020  “CAN Journal Winter 2014-2015 Launch Party.”  6-8pm. We will be hosting the CAN Journal Winter Launch Party with our neighbors The Sculpture Center and the Davis Sculpture Foundation. Be among the first to see the winter issue and take copies of the magazine back to your space for your friends, patrons, and visitors. 
Kenneth Paul Lesko Gallery 1305 West 80th St., Cleveland, 216.870.6719 www.kennethpaullesko.com  “Aubrey Rhodes:  Rx.”  Opening 5-9pm.
William Busta Gallery, 2731 Prospect Ave., Cleveland 216.298.9071  www.williambustagallery.com  “Thomas Frontini-Shelters and Don Harvey-Anxious By Nature.”  Opening 5-9pm.  
Kent State University Art Gallery, Terrace Drive, Kent.  330.672.7853. “Janet Koplos Lecture.”  Art Building, room 202.  Renowned art critic Janet Koplos will give a lecture at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21, in room 202 of the Art Building. Ms. Koplos was a senior editor at Art in America from 1990–2009, and has written over 2,500 articles, reviews, essays and chapters since 1976. She is the author of several books, including "Makers: A History of American Studio Craft" (2010) with co-author Bruce Metcalf. 
Also Earlier that day: “Courtney Kessel Lecture.”Art Building, room 202.  Visiting artist Courtney Kessel will give a lecture at noon on Friday, Nov. 21, in room 202 of the Art Building. For more information on the artist and her work, visit http://courtneykessel.com/.

11.22
River Gallery,19046 Old Detroit Road, Rocky River 44116 440 331-8406, www.rivergalleryarts.com  “Winter Collection.”  Opening 3-7pm.  
Museum of Contemporary Art, 11400 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216.421.8671, www.mocacleveland.org  I am very happy to invite you an upcoming roundtable discussion on contemporary ceramics, happening this weekend!  MOCA's public program, Concerning Clay, will use the exhibition Kirk Mangus: Things Love as a springboard to explore current issues and ideas on ceramic media in contemporary art. Noted art critic and historian, Janet Koplos, senior editor of Art in America from 1990-2009, will open the conversation with a "state of the field" address. Other participants include William Brouillard, Chair of Ceramics, Cleveland Institute of Art, Eva Kwong, Chair of Ceramics, Kent State University, Anders Ruhwald, Head of Ceramics, Cranbrook Academy of Art and Anderson Turner, Director of Galleries at Kent State University School of Art.  This program will take place this Saturday, November 22 from 1-2.30pm,The event is FREE for: students, MOCA Cleveland members, children 5 and under, Active Military and Veterans. For all other guests, Museum Admission ($8 general/$6 senior) includes attendance at the panel. 
Harris-Stanton Gallery 1370 W. 9th Street, Cleveland.  “1st Annual International Exhibition.”  Opening 6-8:30.  
Harris-Stanton Gallery 2301 West Market Street, Akron, 330.867.7600, www.harrisstantongallery.com  “Matthew Kolodziej-Artist Talk.”  2-3pm.  
11.22 + 23
Bonnie Gordon Studio.  167 Pine Needle Drive, Seville, OH  330.769.3636.  “Studio open House and Fine Art Sale.”  Saturday, November 15th is the first day of two full weekends dedicated to discovering the art of some 
amazing new artists as well as new work from your favorites.  You may find the perfect holiday gift or a piece of art for yourself. Please join us.  Saturday 10-6 Sunday 11-4.  

“Artists Open House 15th Annual Exhibit and Sale.”  Featuring work by NOC’s own Jacquline Miller.   13601 County Line Road, Chagrin Falls, OH.  Saturday hours 11-5 and Sunday 12-4pm.  

“Charm the Heart.”  Saturday 1-8pm  Sunday Noon – 4pm.  Featuring work by NOC’s own Theresa Yondo.  

11.23 
Akron Museum of Art, 1 S. High Street. Akron, 330.376.9185, www.akronartmuseum.org  “Chris Pekoc, Handmade.”  Opening 2 pm.  (Image Above)

Thursday, November 13, 2014

11.13-15


11.13
Museum of Contemporary Art, 11400 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216.421.8671, www.mocacleveland.org   “Kirk Mangus;  Things Love- Curators Tour.”  7pm.  FREE with museum admission.  Join Associate Curator Rose Bouthillier for a guided tour of Kirk Mangus: Things Love. Learn more about the artist's life and philosophy of art-making in this interactive discussion.
Sculpture Center, 1834 East 123rd St., Cleveland, 216.229.6527  sculpturecenter.org  “//Benitez_vogl:  {skin} D.E.E.P.-Digital Ephemeral Epidural Patterns & Premyslaw Jasielski:  Minotaur.”  Opening 5:30-8pm.
11.14
Tremont Art Walk.
Harris-Stanton Gallery 1370 W. 9th Street, Cleveland  “1st Annual International Show.”  Opening 6-8:30.  
Spaces, 2220 Superior Viaduct, Cleveland 216.621.2314 www.spacesgallery.org  “Automatic Ruins- Colin Lyons.  Process_ Irina Spicaka.  The Invasion Has Begun“  Opening 6-9pm.  
11.15

Bonnie Gordon Studio.  167 Pine Needle Drive, Seville, OH  330.769.3636.  “Studio open House and Fine Art Sale.”  Saturday, November 15th is the first day of two full weekends dedicated to discovering the art of some amazing new artists as well as new work from your favorites.  You may find the perfect holiday gift or a piece of art for yourself. Please join us.  Saturday 10-6 Sunday 11-4. I always enjoy hosting my annual open house.  It gives me the  opportunity to share the work of some of the artists I admire as well as my own new work. I think of it as a celebration of the creative spirit. 

Akron Museum of Art, 1 S. High Street. Akron, 330.376.9185, www.akronartmuseum.org  “Christopher Pekoc:  Hand Made.” Christopher Pekoc's mixed media assemblages are distinctive among the work of his colleagues in Cleveland and far beyond. At a time when artists are engaging with new media, Pekoc uses humble processes and materials—among them gelatin silver photography, Xerox prints, shellac, sandpaper and punches—in novel ways to create evocative images. He employs stitching to supply content to his compositions, another uncommon approach. Hands in myriad gestures—extending invitation, protecting or playfully balancing balls—recur again and again in Pekoc’s assemblages. These constructions also convey the presence of the artist’s hand in their making, with scarred surfaces as metaphors of our imperfections.  
Juma Gallery, 20100 Chagrin Blvd., Shaker Heights, 44122, 216.295.1717  Hours 10-6.  Juma is launching the second edition of its signature jewelry collection.   Designed by owner Erica Weiss  in collaboration with Wanderlust Jewelers.  
Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, 1834 E. 123rd St. Cleveland, 216.721.9020  “TheArchives Speak: Insights and Images of OhioArtists Launch and Book Signing.”  7 p.m.  Please join us to help celebrate  the book launch and signing of our landmark publication, The Archives Speak, which is the definitive information source guide for our 62 Archived Artists. The book contains the Archived Artists’ portraits, biographical information, career information, and examples of their artwork. A number of Archived Artists will be present during the book signing to sign books and answer questions. Along with the book launch and signing, art from the book and the featured Archived Artists will be shown in The Archives Speak exhibition in our gallery through Friday, December 12.
 

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

11.7


11.7
Red Space, 2400 Superior Ave. E, Cleveland.  “19”.  Opening 6-9pm. The "19" invitational exhibition will serve as a visual commentary on the quality and richness of contemporary art currently being produced in northeast Ohio.  Participating artists: Tom Bartel, Lissa Bockrath, Jeffry Chiplis, Ron Copeland, Matthew Dibble, Scott Goss, Brandon Juhasz, Mark Keffer, Michael Loderstedt, Doug Meyer, Jason K. Milburn, Dana Oldfather, Jenniffer Omaitz, Edward Raffel, Eric Rippert, Dan Tranberg, Mark Slankard, Grace Summanen, Laila Voss.

Harris-Stanton Gallery 2301 West Market Street, Akron, 330.867.7600, www.harrisstantongallery.com  “Matthew Kolodziej and Andrea Joki:  Flexible Domains.”  Opening 5:30 pm.  Wonderful new work by all three artists.

Waterloo Arts, 15605 Waterloo Rd., Cleveland, 216.692.9500 artscollinwood.org  “Work of Creative Fusion Artist Dale Yudelman.”  Opening 6-9pm.    Also:  Walk All Over Waterloo. As a fall 2014 resident of Creative Fusion, an international artist residency program, Yudelman has been documenting American life through a Cleveland perspective since September. Some of these experiences will be shown at the Waterloo Arts Gallery for Yudelman’s newest project, Knockin’ on Cleveland’s Door, as well as some prints from his South African project, Life Under Democracy.
Heights Art Gallery, 2175 Lee Road  Cleveland Hts., 216.371.3457 www.heightsarts.org  “Heights Arts 13th Annual Holiday Store.”   Opening 7-9pm.
Cleveland Institute of Art, 11141 East Blvd, Cleveland, 216.421.7407, www.cia.edu  Opening 6-8pm.  
Satellite Gallery 422 East 156th Street, Cleveland.  “Blast Off Opening Weekend.”  Opening 6 pm. Loren Naji is blasting off again with his newest installation taking flight this weekend. Check out the inaugural launch of their Satellite Gallery, which will become the only installation gallery in Cleveland. See work exhibited by “astronots ” Rebekah Wilhelm, June Hund, Scott Pickering, Diane Collins, Scott Evans, Nancy Frazier, Don King, and Joan of Art.  The exhibit is located inside a home in North Collinwood and curated by Capitan Loren Naji and co-polited by Grace Wen. The launch has been long awaited, and the opening party is sure not to be something to miss. Attend the free event, and step into another dimension.
Maria Neil Art Project, 15813 Waterloo Rd. Cleveland, www.marianeilartproject.org, 216.481.7722  “Shirley Aley Cambell.”  Opening 5 – 10pm.  View The Beauty of Decadence, a showcase of current and selected works by Cleveland award-winning art icon Shirley Aley Campbell, who’s been creating art for 50 years. Campbell is Professor Emerita of Art at the Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) and Cuyahoga Community College. Her work is showcased in museums and private collections throughout the US.  And, at the same time, view the “random, lewd and beautiful” works of Adam Markanovic, a recent grad of the CIA who creates Expressionist views of mundane stock Internet photography.

Thursday, October 30, 2014

11.1 + 2


11.1
Screw Factory 13000 Athens Ave., Lakewood www.screwfactory artists.com  1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland  “Screw Factory Artists Holiday Open Studio.”  Noon-6pm.  

Spaces, 2220 Superior Viaduct, Cleveland 216.621.2314 www.spacesgallery.org “Optical Delusions:  Last Days on the Viaduct.  Spaces Benefit and Art Auction.”  Opening 7pm- 1am. Spirited cocktails and artists galore. What more do you need to know? At the benefit and art auction, SPACES art gallery will be celebrating the last 24 years at their 2220 Superior Viaduct location. As their lease winds down after selling the space in 2013, SPACES hopes you will join them for a hearty “goodbye” to the building.  What should I expect? Costumes (yes, it’s a costume party!), live violin music and spinning throughout the night, the featured works of 75 artists, special programming to the theme of 2220 Superior Viaduct and drinks that are promised to “give you double vision to fit the Optical Delusions theme.”  Okay, but what should I expect to pay? Don’t you just hate to put a price on these sort of things? Luckily, you have options. Tickets options range from “general admission”, to “dance party” to “VIP preview.”  http://spacesgallery.org
11.1 + 2
“Accessory Art. Studio Open House and Art Sale.”  864 West River Road, Valley City, Ohio 44280.  11am - ? Handcrafted jewelry - Pat Bolgar, Handcrafted Greeting Cards - Rose Roscoe, Wearable Art - Roseanne Dover, Handknit Clothing/Felted Hats - Lois Bosworth, Wearable Art - Sarah Martin, Functional and Sculptural Ceramics - Theresa Yondo.

Thursday, October 23, 2014

10.24-25




10.24
Bonfoey Gallery, 1710 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216.621.0178, www.bonfoey.com  “The New Real-Works by Tony Mastromatteo, Frank Oriti and Michael Zigmond.”  Opening 5-9pm.  
10.24 + 25
Cleveland Art Glass Studio, 11832 Washington Street, Chagrin Falls, “New Work by Mel Rea, Jason Wein, Zach Eberly, GAi Ellen Russo and Shannon Vance.”  Opening Friday 5-9pm.  Saturday 10am-5pm.  
10.25
River Gallery,19046 Old Detroit Road, Rocky River 44116 440 331-8406, www.rivergalleryarts.com  “Dawn Tekler and Matthew Gallagher.”  Opening 3-7pm.

10.27-28
Edinboro University in PA, East Hall
http://www.peterchristianjohnson.com
.  Two Day Workshop with Peter Johnson.  (Image Above:  Red)
*Visitors are welcome at no charge.


Monday, October 27th
9 – 11:45 am = lecture/ demo in Main Studio
noon -1 pm = lunch break
1 – 5 pm = demo in Main Studio
6 – 7:30 pm = pizza party with students at “Uncle Charlie’s”
8:30 - ? = slide lecture / Doucette room 125


Tuesday, October 28th
9 – 11:45 = Peter Johnson meets privately with students to critique work
noon – 1 pm = lunch break
1 – 5 pm = demo in Main Studio
5 pm = end of workshop


Thursday, October 16, 2014

10.17


First of all thank you to all who attended the kiln repair workshop, it was great to see so many people out!

10.17
William Busta Gallery, 2731 Prospect Ave., Cleveland 216.298.9071  www.williambustagallery.com  “Kate Budd-Sculpture (Image Above), Hildur Asgeirsdottir Jonsson-Paintings, Paul Yanko-Paintings..”  Opening 5-9pm.
Morgan Conservatory, 1754 E. 47th Street, Cleveland, 216.361.9255, www.morganconservatory.org   “Char Norman & Elena Osterwald, and Abecedaria VII, and Art Books Cleveland.”  Opening 6-9. Artist talk at 6.
78th Street Studios. 1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland.  Openings at Micro Art Space, Hedge Gallery and Cleveland West art League!
Lecture and Crits
Kent State University Art Gallery, Terrace Drive, Kent.  330.672.7853.  Henry Halem started out in Ceramics as did many of the glass folks. Henry used to teach ceramics here before he started the Glass program. Henry has a BFA in Ceramics from RISD and a MFA from George Washington Univ.  Make sure you guys show up for his Lecture this Friday OCt. 17 th at NOON in the Art bldg. AUD room 202.  Potluck afterwards in the School of Art Gallery- please bring some thing to share.  Sign up for a crit with Henry as he is a sharp & insightful critic. The signup sheet would be posted next week in the front of art gallery.

Stains Available:
As I mentioned I am closing Eucalyptus Stoneware after 40 years in business and would like to find  homes for these Mason stains.  The picture shows some of I’ve got for sale.  (The blue cans in the background are full, by the way) Pick a stain, call around and check the prices.  You’ll see that I’m selling these pretty cheap.  I realize you don’t know me from Adam.  Ask Lana Wilson or John Conrad, they should vouch for me. In order to do this efficiently here’s how I propose to do this:  Minimum order per stain is 2 lbs.  Minimum total order is $50   (Please put  small groups together for group buys so I can ship to fewer addresses.  Cuts your shipping costs, too!)  All orders will be shipped on either Friday, Oct 12 or Fri, Oct 19 FYI, a priority USPS box will hold 20 lbs and ships for a flat rate of $12.65.  Quantities above 20 lbs will ship FedEx ground from Eucalyptus Stoneware.  Payment will be Visa or Mastercard only—we will complete this transaction over the phone Send orders to  john@eucalyptus-stoneware.com  I will reply within 24 hours to let you know status, that is, what’s sold out and what I still have Call (858) 755 5656 with any questions and leave a message!!!  With your order please include name, shipping address, and phone.  I’ve got a great scale and will be generous with my weights!  First come, first served.   So act now!  Stains marked *** indicate small quantities that will be sold in their entirety.  Here’s what I’ve got:

Mason  #        Mason name        Lbs  Available       Price per pound
6000                         Shell Pink                     81                        $9.50  
6001                      Alpine Rose                    8                            9.50
6003                       Crimson                        52                            9.50
6006                Deep Crimson                   57                            9.50
6021                        Red                                  5                         17.50
6023                   Clover Pink                      10                           8.50
6025                    Coral Red                         6                          11.50
6026               ***Lobster***                 3                           11.50
6027                  Tangerine                        12                          10.50
6100             Woodland Brown             20                             5.50
6109                 Deep Brown                    14                           5.75
6122                Cedar Brown                   38                            5.50
6125             Leather Brown                     9                            5.75
6133              Sorrel Brown                     13                            5.75
6134                 Red Brown                      25                            5.50
6200               Evergreen                         16                            5.50
6204               Victoria Green                  15                           5.75
6211            Pea Green                            37                            7.50
6223         ***Ivy Green***                  3                             7.50
6255        ***Jade Green***                2.5                         8.00
6263          Victoria Green                       15                           5.75
6304          Chrome Tin Violet                10                        18.00
6324          Violet                                        10                           8.00
6343          Mediterranean Blue            6                             7.00
6398          Deep Peacock                        8                             9.50
6404          Vanadium Yellow                  9                           12.00
6405           Naples Yellow                      28                            5.50
6410   ***Canary Yellow***               2.6                         8.50
6450      Praseodymium  Yellow          6                              7.25
6464      Zirconium Yellow                     10                            8.75
6500      Sage Grey                                  10                            6.25
6503       Taupe Grey                               7                              5.00
6515     Soft Medium Grey                   22                           5.00
6523           Green Grey                         10                            5.00
6572         Neutral Grey                        10                             5.00
6573         Rose Taupe                           29                             6.50
6591          Gun Metal                            20                             6.50
58058     Bean Pot Brown                     8.5                          6.50

And just in case somebody wants to do a half scale sculpture of, let’s say, the Golden Gate Bridge in, let’s say,  a Pepto Bismol Pink I have 180 lbs of a stain, Mason 5925, that will get them happily on their way.  My only request is that nobody asks why I have this much of that stain.  I’d go into a mild depression that could last for weeks.

Thursday, October 9, 2014

10.10-12


10.10
1point618 Gallery 6421 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, 216.281.1618 www.1point618gallery.com  “Sid Rheuban at 90-Paintings by Sid Rheuban.”  Opening 6-8.
Bay Arts, 28795 Lake Road, Bay Village, OH  “Annual Juried Exhibition and Julie Cikra:  Migration.”  Opening 7-9pm. Two things going on at BAYarts Fri 10/10. First, view the opening of Julie Cikra’s Migration, a exhibition that examines “the gritty feel of a weathered city full of vitality and a resurgance of life.” It’s an examination of great cities and how they endure. Think if it as taking the pulse of today’s Cleveland — full of Rust Belt chic and on the up-and-up. Just look at her mixed media/painting Untitled [above] and it just feels Cleveland in all its industrial glory.  Secondly, BAYarts hosts their 52nd annual juried arts show. View artworks of all mediums and see who walks away with cash money rewards.  (Image Above.)
10.11
Morgan Conservatory, 1754 E. 47th Street, Cleveland, 216.361.9255, www.morganconservatory.org  “7th Annual Benefit & Silent Auction.”  Opening 6-10pm. Celebrate the art of papermaking at Mulberry Madness – the Morgan Conservatory’s 7th Annual Benefit and Silent Auction. This party is truly one-of-a-kind; offerings include demos of handmade papermaking, bookbinding and letterpress in a unique studio space. There will even be room for participation.  Enjoy jazz, swing, blues Dixieland and Ragtime songs performed by the Syncopated Sin Swing Band, and get in an amazing auction featuring the work of over 50 artists.
Maria Neil Art Project, 15813 Waterloo Rd. Cleveland, www.marianeilartproject.org, 216.481.7722  “Art & Craft:  A Celebration of Art and Beer.”  Opening 6-10pm.  
And Finally…The Event you have been waiting for!!!
October 12th!
Upcoming NOC Event/Meeting/Potluck.  Hectic Studio, 3619 Walton Ave. Cleveland,  2nd Floor, 440.590.0672, www.hecticstudio.com 
Basic Kiln Operation & Repair Workshop
With Mike Sievers of Skutt Kilns  Sunday, October 12, 2014 - 1pm to 3pm  “This workshop will be great for all ceramic artists, educators and enthusiasts!”  $25.00 per person (cash at door)
Free for current NOC Members(!)
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net
Workshop Topics:
Operation
Along with basic programming, we will talk about features your kiln has that you may not even have known existed. Features that allow you to fuse glass, slow cool for interesting glaze effects, troubleshoot electrical problems and a lot more. Learn about the importance of pre-heating and
hold times. Learn how to properly load your kiln so every piece comes out perfect. We will also discuss the importance of venting and how to set up your kiln room. Also learn about Skutt's new KilnLink Monitoring System that allows you to check the status of your kiln from anywhere you have internet access.
Maintenance
We will go over a few basic maintenance tips that can add years of life to your kiln. Learn how to properly kiln wash your shelves, tighten the bands, and significantly increase the life of your elements.
Repair
You will be surprised how easy it is to make basic repairs on your kiln. Think about the money you can save. We will give hands on instruction on how to change a thermocouple, replace worn out elements and install new brick. We will also talk about how to properly diagnose kiln
problems and how to make changes to correct defects in your glaze.

And(!), after the workshop stick around for:
NOC Meeting and Potluck Social
Sunday, October 12, 2014 – 4-5pm Meeting, 5-7pm Potluck
Meeting and Potluck hosted at:
Hectic Studio, 2nd floor, 3619 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net

Thursday, October 2, 2014

10.2-3


10.2
Lakeland Community College 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, OH 44094, 440.525.7029  “Director's Choice: CLAY... Not the Usual Suspects.”  Opening 7-9pm.  Featuring the work of many NOC members!
10.3
Waterloo Arts, 15605 Waterloo Rd., Cleveland, 216.692.9500 artscollinwood.org  “Oleander:  Paintings by Martha Ferrazza.”  Opening 5-9pm.    Also Walk All Over Waterloo.

October 12th!
Upcoming NOC Event/Meeting/Potluck.  Hectic Studio, 3619 Walton Ave. Cleveland,  2nd Floor, 440.590.0672, www.hecticstudio.com 
Basic Kiln Operation & Repair Workshop 
With Mike Sievers of Skutt Kilns  Sunday, October 12, 2014 - 1pm to 3pm  “This workshop will be great for all ceramic artists, educators and enthusiasts!”  $25.00 per person (cash at door)
Free for current NOC Members(!)
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net
Workshop Topics:
Operation
Along with basic programming, we will talk about features your kiln has that you may not even have known existed. Features that allow you to fuse glass, slow cool for interesting glaze effects, troubleshoot electrical problems and a lot more. Learn about the importance of pre-heating and
hold times. Learn how to properly load your kiln so every piece comes out perfect. We will also discuss the importance of venting and how to set up your kiln room. Also learn about Skutt's new KilnLink Monitoring System that allows you to check the status of your kiln from anywhere you have internet access.
Maintenance
We will go over a few basic maintenance tips that can add years of life to your kiln. Learn how to properly kiln wash your shelves, tighten the bands, and significantly increase the life of your elements.
Repair
You will be surprised how easy it is to make basic repairs on your kiln. Think about the money you can save. We will give hands on instruction on how to change a thermocouple, replace worn out elements and install new brick. We will also talk about how to properly diagnose kiln
problems and how to make changes to correct defects in your glaze.

And(!), after the workshop stick around for:
NOC Meeting and Potluck Social
Sunday, October 12, 2014 – 4-5pm Meeting, 5-7pm Potluck
Meeting and Potluck hosted at:
Hectic Studio, 2nd floor, 3619 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net

Thursday, September 25, 2014

9.26-28


9.26
Cleveland Print Room (in Artcraft Building), 2550 Superior Ave, Suite 102, Cleveland, 216.401.5981  “Clarence A. Wilkins Uncovered:  From Cairo, Illinois to NYC.”  
Museum of Contemporary Art, 11400 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216.421.8671, www.mocacleveland.org  Kirk Mangus:  Things Love and Ferran Adria:  Notes on Creativity.”  Opening 7-10 pm.
9.26-28
“Ingenuity Fest.” Cleveland’s Ingenuity Fest is back! For its tenth year in a row now, the innovative festival that combines art and technology will be taking place down on the North Coast Harbor, in between the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and The Great Lakes Science Center. http://ingenuitycleveland.com
9.27+28 Next Weekend!  Fun Clay Event in Indiana!  Michiana Pottery Tour!  September 27th and 28th.  Saturday 10-5pm and Sunday 11-4pm.
Many of the participating artists are local to Indiana and Michigan, however several guest artists from neighboring states will also be participating. This tour is a great opportunity to view a wide variety of work and discover new local artists.  There are eight different locations on the tour, and several locations feature more than one artist. Six of the locations are in or near Goshen, IN. The other two locations are just across the Michigan line in Constantine and Cassopolis. About one hours drive separates the two farthest locations.  Free parking is available at each location of the tour. There is no charge for attending the tour. Feel free to stop by and visit any location throughout the day. If you wish to purchase pottery credit cards, cash, and checks will be accepted at each location as payment.  Featured artists include Marvin Bartel, Fred Driver, Mark Goertzen, Keith Hershberger, Eric Kaufmann, Bill Kremer, Dick Lehman, Todd Pletcher, Justin Rothshank, Bob Smoker, Eric Strader, Zach Tate, Moey Hart, Troy Bungart, the Goshen Clay Artist's Guild and more.  http://www.michianapotterytour.com/about/
October 12th!
Upcoming NOC Event/Meeting/Potluck.  Hectic Studio, 3619 Walton Ave. Cleveland,  2nd Floor, 440.590.0672, www.hecticstudio.com 
Basic Kiln Operation & Repair Workshop
With Mike Sievers of Skutt Kilns  Sunday, October 12, 2014 - 1pm to 3pm  “This workshop will be great for all ceramic artists, educators and enthusiasts!”  $25.00 per person (cash at door)
Free for current NOC Members(!)
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net
Workshop Topics:
Operation
Along with basic programming, we will talk about features your kiln has that you may not even have known existed. Features that allow you to fuse glass, slow cool for interesting glaze effects, troubleshoot electrical problems and a lot more. Learn about the importance of pre-heating and
hold times. Learn how to properly load your kiln so every piece comes out perfect. We will also discuss the importance of venting and how to set up your kiln room. Also learn about Skutt's new KilnLink Monitoring System that allows you to check the status of your kiln from anywhere you have internet access.
Maintenance
We will go over a few basic maintenance tips that can add years of life to your kiln. Learn how to properly kiln wash your shelves, tighten the bands, and significantly increase the life of your elements.
Repair
You will be surprised how easy it is to make basic repairs on your kiln. Think about the money you can save. We will give hands on instruction on how to change a thermocouple, replace worn out elements and install new brick. We will also talk about how to properly diagnose kiln
problems and how to make changes to correct defects in your glaze.

And(!), after the workshop stick around for:
NOC Meeting and Potluck Social
Sunday, October 12, 2014 – 4-5pm Meeting, 5-7pm Potluck
Meeting and Potluck hosted at:
Hectic Studio, 2nd floor, 3619 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net

Thursday, September 18, 2014

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9.18
Sculpture Center, 1834 East 123rd St., Cleveland, 216.229.6527  sculpturecenter.org  “Tina Cassara and David Sapp:  Threads, Lines, Traces.  And Japanese Contemporary Fiber Sculpture in Miniature.”    
Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, 1834 E. 123rd St. Cleveland, 216.721.9020  “The Three Amigos:  Loren Naji, Ron Johnston and Ron Joranko.”  Opening 5-8pm.  
9.19
78th Street Studios. 1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland  “Third Fridays.”
Kenneth Paul Lesko Gallery 1305 West 80th St., Cleveland, 216.870.6719 www.kennethpaullesko.com  “Cinema 05 International Group Exhibition.”  Opening 5-9pm.  

Noon at The City Club.  How can the arts shape the social, physical, and economic character of communities? ArtPlace — the first major public-private partnership to encourage creative placemaking — seeks to find out. ArtPlace America is behind two project to benefit Cle: Upcycle St. Clair and Collinwood Rising. Jamie Bennett, executive director of ArtPlace, will expand on the work being done locally and nationally and how we can work together to build better neighborhoods in a talk at the City Club.  https://cityclub.org

9.20
River Gallery,19046 Old Detroit Road, Rocky River 44116 440 331-8406, www.rivergalleryarts.com  “miniatures: A Collection of Jewelry and small Works.”  Opening 3-7pm.  
“Sparx City Hop/City Artists at Work.”  11-6pm.  Info:  www.downtowncleveland.com/sparx  Join over 20,000 patrons for the twelfth annual Sparx City Hop and discover along the way the many shops, restaurants and art galleries that thrive within the community. Hop on one of the free trolleys featuring tour guides who will educate patrons on the various neighborhoods that comprise Cleveland. Ohio City, Asia Town and Downtown are just a few of the spots highlighted during this all day event.
Akron Museum of Art, 1 S. High Street. Akron, 330.376.9185, www.akronartmuseum.org  “John Pearson: Intuitive Structures.”  Through Feb. 1st, 2015.
9.20 + 21
“Tremont ArtsFest.” Featuring the work of NOC’s own Bette Drake.  Join the city of Cleveland for the 16th annual Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival in celebration of the thriving diversity that makes Tremont shine!  Held in Lincoln Park, the weekend festival will feature artists and designers of all sorts, reflecting the variety of influences that make Tremont Cleveland’s “it” neighborhood for the arts. Musical and live dance performances, local food booths and hands-on activities for the kids are just a few of the things to look forward to this weekend.  The event is free and open to the public. Open Sat 11am – 6pm; Sun 12pm – 5pm.
9.27+28 Next Weekend!  Fun Clay Event in Indiana!  Michiana Pottery Tour!  September 27th and 28th.  Saturday 10-5pm and Sunday 11-4pm.
Many of the participating artists are local to Indiana and Michigan, however several guest artists from neighboring states will also be participating. This tour is a great opportunity to view a wide variety of work and discover new local artists.  There are eight different locations on the tour, and several locations feature more than one artist. Six of the locations are in or near Goshen, IN. The other two locations are just across the Michigan line in Constantine and Cassopolis. About one hours drive separates the two farthest locations.  Free parking is available at each location of the tour. There is no charge for attending the tour. Feel free to stop by and visit any location throughout the day. If you wish to purchase pottery credit cards, cash, and checks will be accepted at each location as payment.  Featured artists include Marvin Bartel, Fred Driver, Mark Goertzen, Keith Hershberger, Eric Kaufmann, Bill Kremer, Dick Lehman, Todd Pletcher, Justin Rothshank, Bob Smoker, Eric Strader, Zach Tate, Moey Hart, Troy Bungart, the Goshen Clay Artist's Guild and more.  http://www.michianapotterytour.com/about/
October 12th!
Upcoming NOC Event/Meeting/Potluck.  Hectic Studio, 3619 Walton Ave. Cleveland,  2nd Floor, 440.590.0672, www.hecticstudio.com 
Basic Kiln Operation & Repair Workshop
With Mike Sievers of Skutt Kilns  Sunday, October 12, 2014 - 1pm to 3pm  “This workshop will be great for all ceramic artists, educators and enthusiasts!”  $25.00 per person (cash at door)
Free for current NOC Members(!)
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net
Workshop Topics:
Operation
Along with basic programming, we will talk about features your kiln has that you may not even have known existed. Features that allow you to fuse glass, slow cool for interesting glaze effects, troubleshoot electrical problems and a lot more. Learn about the importance of pre-heating and
hold times. Learn how to properly load your kiln so every piece comes out perfect. We will also discuss the importance of venting and how to set up your kiln room. Also learn about Skutt's new KilnLink Monitoring System that allows you to check the status of your kiln from anywhere you have internet access.
Maintenance
We will go over a few basic maintenance tips that can add years of life to your kiln. Learn how to properly kiln wash your shelves, tighten the bands, and significantly increase the life of your elements.
Repair
You will be surprised how easy it is to make basic repairs on your kiln. Think about the money you can save. We will give hands on instruction on how to change a thermocouple, replace worn out elements and install new brick. We will also talk about how to properly diagnose kiln
problems and how to make changes to correct defects in your glaze.

And(!), after the workshop stick around for:
NOC Meeting and Potluck Social
Sunday, October 12, 2014 – 4-5pm Meeting, 5-7pm Potluck
Meeting and Potluck hosted at:
Hectic Studio, 2nd floor, 3619 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net

Friday, September 12, 2014

9.12 + 13 + 14


9.12
“F*SHO.”  St John’s Episcopal Church.  2600 Church Ave, Cleveland  Opening 5-10 pm.  West 26th and Church Street.  Parking at the Cleveland Vibrator Co. 2828 Clinton Ave. The Rust Belt is where things are made. Still. Sure, most of what you find in stores comes from China, but there’s still a crop of local entrepreneurs focused on making things here.  Hit up F*SHO in Ohio City to see the work of more than 20 contemporary furniture designers. One of the features designers is Jason Radcliffe of 22 Steel who welds innovative furniture with steel mainly from Cleveland steel mills. Expect to see furniture and fixtures in all styles — from the ultra-modern to antique style and everything in between.
Harris-Stanton Gallery 2301 West Market Street, Akron, 330.867.7600, www.harrisstantongallery.com  “27th Annual International Exhibition.”  Opening Reception 5:30-8pm.
Tremont Art Walk.  Tremont. It’s time for the next installment of the Tremont ArtWalk. September will feature: Restore and Re-NEW — witness the conversion of a century-old screen in the historic Holy Ghost Church; photography by Ted Pikturna @ doubting thomas gallery; new work by Dott Schneider @ Visible Voice; wine tasting @ Wine & Design and much more.  
Zygote Press, 1410 East 30th St., Cleveland 216.621.2900  www.zygotepress.com  “Artist in Residence 2014-Donald Black Jr..”  Opening 6-8pm. Sept 12 Opening Reception 6-8pm Exhibition runs through October 4thARTIST TALK September 24th 6:30.  

9.13
WHAT:  On and Off the Wall:  The Visual Arts in Cleveland since 2000.  WHEN:  Saturday, September 13, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm (doors open at 8:30 am).  WHERE:  Auditorium, Cleveland Public Library, Main Branch, Louis Stokes Wing, 325 Superior Ave NE Cleveland, OH 44114  DESCRIPTION:  This is a free, half day community discussion about the visual arts in Northeast Ohio since 2000, presented by ARTneo and the Cleveland Public Library, in partnership with CAN Journal and The City Club of Cleveland.  PANELISTS:   Donald Black, Jr. (Artist), Kathleen Cerveny (The Cleveland Foundation), Lane Cooper (Cleveland Institute of Art), Brian Friedman (Northeast Shores), Michael Gill, (CAN Journal), Tiffany Graham (LAND Studio), Robert Maschke, FAIA (robert maschke ARCHITECTS), Dan Moulthrop (The City Club of Cleveland), Barbara S. Robinson (Arts Advocate), Tom  Schorgl (Community Partnership for Arts and Culture), Jill Snyder (MOCA Cleveland), Christina Vassallo (SPACES), Olga Ziemska (Artist), Matt Zone (City of Cleveland)  Please visit artneo.org for more information.

9.14

Coe Lake Park, Berea, OH  “Berea Arts Fest.”  Hours 10-5pm.  Featuring the work of NOC artists Bette Drake and Allen Kradlak.
9.27+28
Fun Clay Event in Indiana!  Michiana Pottery Tour
September 27th and 28th.  Saturday 10-5pm and Sunday 11-4pm.
Many of the participating artists are local to Indiana and Michigan, however several guest artists from neighboring states will also be participating. This tour is a great opportunity to view a wide variety of work and discover new local artists.  There are eight different locations on the tour, and several locations feature more than one artist. Six of the locations are in or near Goshen, IN. The other two locations are just across the Michigan line in Constantine and Cassopolis. About one hours drive separates the two farthest locations.  Free parking is available at each location of the tour. There is no charge for attending the tour. Feel free to stop by and visit any location throughout the day. If you wish to purchase pottery credit cards, cash, and checks will be accepted at each location as payment.  Featured artists include Marvin Bartel, Fred Driver, Mark Goertzen, Keith Hershberger, Eric Kaufmann, Bill Kremer, Dick Lehman, Todd Pletcher, Justin Rothshank, Bob Smoker, Eric Strader, Zach Tate, Moey Hart, Troy Bungart, the Goshen Clay Artist's Guild and more.  http://www.michianapotterytour.com/about/
October 12th!
Upcoming NOC Event/Meeting/Potluck.  Hectic Studio, 3619 Walton Ave. Cleveland,  2nd Floor, 440.590.0672, www.hecticstudio.com 
Basic Kiln Operation & Repair Workshop
With Mike Sievers of Skutt Kilns  Sunday, October 12, 2014 - 1pm to 3pm  “This workshop will be great for all ceramic artists, educators and enthusiasts!”  $25.00 per person (cash at door)
Free for current NOC Members(!)
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net
Workshop Topics:
Operation
Along with basic programming, we will talk about features your kiln has that you may not even have known existed. Features that allow you to fuse glass, slow cool for interesting glaze effects, troubleshoot electrical problems and a lot more. Learn about the importance of pre-heating and
hold times. Learn how to properly load your kiln so every piece comes out perfect. We will also discuss the importance of venting and how to set up your kiln room. Also learn about Skutt's new KilnLink Monitoring System that allows you to check the status of your kiln from anywhere you have internet access.
Maintenance
We will go over a few basic maintenance tips that can add years of life to your kiln. Learn how to properly kiln wash your shelves, tighten the bands, and significantly increase the life of your elements.
Repair
You will be surprised how easy it is to make basic repairs on your kiln. Think about the money you can save. We will give hands on instruction on how to change a thermocouple, replace worn out elements and install new brick. We will also talk about how to properly diagnose kiln
problems and how to make changes to correct defects in your glaze.

And(!), after the workshop stick around for:
NOC Meeting and Potluck Social
Sunday, October 12, 2014 – 4-5pm Meeting, 5-7pm Potluck
Meeting and Potluck hosted at:
Hectic Studio, 2nd floor, 3619 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net