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Baltimore Clayworks Baltimore Clayworks' mission is to develop, sustain, and promote an artist-centered community.
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Since 1980 Baltimore Clayworks has grown to include 12 resident artists and 20 or so associate artists. We've been blessed to have 23 to 26 trustees at any given time and 15 full time, part time, and contractual staff members. We engage more than 25 instructors, 20 interns and work-study students, dozens of volunteers and hundreds of donors, all of whom make Clayworks a unique, vibrant and community-centered institution. Our exhibitions showcase the best of international, national and local ceramic artists working in ceramic sculpture, pottery, installation and conceptual ceramics. Today, our educational programs which began with 40 dedicated individuals, teach the discipline of ceramics to more than 1200 students on our Mt. Washington campus, and through our nationally acclaimed satellite programs, reach 500 children and senior adults in Baltimore’s most challenged neighborhoods. Clayworks' educational program is led by artists who are both locally treasured and retain high national profile in the field of ceramics.

Kick off the Holiday Season at Winterfest 2026! Tickets now on sale. We invite you to join us for Winterfest 2026, Balti...
10/13/2026

Kick off the Holiday Season at Winterfest 2026! Tickets now on sale.

We invite you to join us for Winterfest 2026, Baltimore’s premier holiday ceramics experience. From November 13–December 23, our galleries and studios come alive with wheel‑thrown vessels, functional ware, and one‑of‑a‑kind ceramic gifts. Winterfest brings together a nationally recognized invitational exhibition, a lively local ceramics market, and a festive opening night celebration. Preview Party tickets are now available for November 12 — your exclusive first look at the Winterfest 2026 Exhibition and Holiday Market. Enjoy early access to nationally curated work, locally made treasures, and the chance to purchase pieces before sales open to the public.

Tickets: $50 non‑members / $45 members / Free for Exhibition Patrons*
Members: Check you inbox for a discount code
Visit https://baltimoreclayworks.org/event/winterfest-2026-and-annual-holiday-sale-preview-party/ to learn more and get your ticket before they sell out!

Artwork by: Margaret Kinkeade

Meet the artists of “Shino Odyssey”! Swipe through to discover work by our artists featured in “Shino Odyssey”, our juri...
10/09/2026

Meet the artists of “Shino Odyssey”! Swipe through to discover work by our artists featured in “Shino Odyssey”, our juried exhibition celebrating the depth, diversity, and unexpected possibilities of Shino glazes.

Participating Artists:
Nisha Kurani
Ester Kwon
James Lee
Dick Lehman .lehman.9
Lee Love
Joseph Lyon
Keegan Madigan .madigan_art
Anna Maraj
Sam McCall
Heidi Meissner

Juried by Matthew Hyleck, the exhibition brings together artists exploring the remarkable sensitivity of Shino to clay body, application, kiln atmosphere, and firing; resulting in an incredible range of surfaces, colors, textures, and effects. Visit us in person or online to explore the many possibilities of Shino and discover the artists pushing this historic glaze family in new directions.

🗓️ On view September 19 - October 31, 2026
📍 Baltimore Clayworks

https://baltimoreclayworks.org/event/shino-odyssey/

Last weekend, Baltimore Clayworks welcomed visiting artist Stacy Snyder for Constructing Meaning: Cups and Architectura...
10/08/2026

Last weekend, Baltimore Clayworks welcomed visiting artist Stacy Snyder for Constructing Meaning: Cups and Architectural Forms in Clay, a two-day workshop that invited participants to consider both the practical and conceptual possibilities of the handmade vessel. Participants explored how individual thrown components can be transformed through alteration, assembly, and construction. The workshop moved from the familiar form of the cup to more complex architectural objects, encouraging participants to think about how function, structure, and meaning intersect in clay.

“As a Resident Artist at Baltimore Clayworks, something I like to take advantage of is the Visiting Artist Workshops. I find these very informative. Last year, I went to Pottery on the Hill in DC for the first time. There, I first saw Stacy’s work, and I was drawn to the use of form and color. I was excited to have the opportunity to be part of the workshop and get a glimpse into Stacy’s process.” – Hannah Kautto, 2025 – 2027 Long-term Resident Artist

Stacy Snyder’s approach encouraged participants to look beyond the individual object and consider the relationships between form, function, structure, and meaning. Over two days, the studio became a space for testing those ideas in clay, one thrown component at a time. We are grateful to Stacy for sharing her process, knowledge, and perspective with the Baltimore Clayworks community, and to everyone who joined us for this weekend of making and exploration.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the creation of our mosaic bench project with your design suggestions and hands...
10/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the creation of our mosaic bench project with your design suggestions and hands-on work over the past year and a half. Empact Art .life installed the base on campus recently and is now placing each of the water-themed tesserae on the surface. We look forward to celebrating the finished piece with you soon.

The mosaic bench installation is a Guttierez Memorial Fund Legacy Project. Additional support was provided by the Chesapeake Bay Trust, Blue Water Baltimore, the Mount Washington Improvement Association and the Nature Sacred Firesoul Network.

10/07/2026

Baltimore Clayworks is proud to welcome a new generation of talent in “New Kids On The Block”, an exhibition showcasing the work of our incoming Fellowship Artists. This dynamic show offers a first look at the voices and visions shaping the future of ceramic art. Featuring a range of styles, techniques, and conceptual approaches, each artist brings a fresh perspective to clay exploring form, function, identity, and materiality. New Kids On The Block not only introduces their individual practices but also celebrates the collective energy and innovation they bring to our creative community. Join us in celebrating these rising artists as they begin their residency and make their mark at Baltimore Clayworks.

Participating Artists:
Jacob Estevez, 2026-27 Lormina Salter Fellow
Asma Waheed, 2026-27 EMBARC Fellow

Raise a glass to the artists of “Oktoberfest 2026”, whose work is featured in Baltimore Clayworks’ annual “Oktoberfest: ...
10/07/2026

Raise a glass to the artists of “Oktoberfest 2026”, whose work is featured in Baltimore Clayworks’ annual “Oktoberfest: B**r Steins and W**e Goblets Invitational”! This annual celebration brings together ceramic artists from across the country, each offering their own unique take on the traditional b**r stein and w**e goblet.

Swipe through to discover the participating artists and their work:
Hannah Pierce .ceramics
Kristyn Rohrer .ceramics
Colleen McCall
Sam McCall
William McKinney
Reiko Miyagi
Brian Morgenlander
Eric Ordway
Ian Petrie
Lori Sabina Piecyk

📅 On view September 12 - October 31, 2026
📍 Baltimore Clayworks

https://canvas.baltimoreclayworks.org/shop?featureSetFilters=75&sortBy=displayOrder

The recording of the Virtual Artist Talk with Noel Bailey is now available! Missed the live session? You can now watch ...
10/06/2026

The recording of the Virtual Artist Talk with Noel Bailey is now available! Missed the live session? You can now watch the full conversation and learn more about Noel’s ceramic practice, creative process, and artistic influences.

In this engaging virtual talk, Noel shares insight into his work as a potter and teacher, exploring the landscapes, forms, and experiences that shape his approach to ceramics. Born and raised in Southwest Colorado and now working in Vermont’s Mad River Valley, Noel’s practice reflects his fascination with vibrant landscapes, gorgeous lines, and the hydrologic details of the natural world.

🎬 Watch the recording now via our Virtual Library through the link in our bio or at baltimoreclayworks.org/learning/virtual-library

Kick off the Holiday Season at Winterfest 2026! Tickets now on sale. We invite you to join us for Winterfest 2026, Balti...
10/06/2026

Kick off the Holiday Season at Winterfest 2026! Tickets now on sale.

We invite you to join us for Winterfest 2026, Baltimore’s premier holiday ceramics experience. From November 13–December 23, our galleries and studios come alive with wheel‑thrown vessels, functional ware, and one‑of‑a‑kind ceramic gifts. Winterfest brings together a nationally recognized invitational exhibition, a lively local ceramics market, and a festive opening night celebration. Preview Party tickets are now available for November 12 — your exclusive first look at the Winterfest 2026 Exhibition and Holiday Market. Enjoy early access to nationally curated work, locally made treasures, and the chance to purchase pieces before sales open to the public.

Tickets: $50 non‑members / $45 members / Free for Exhibition Patrons*

Members: Check you inbox for a discount code

Visit https://baltimoreclayworks.org/event/winterfest-2026-and-annual-holiday-sale-preview-party/ to learn more and get your ticket before they sell out!

Artwork by: Marissa Childers

Meet the artists of “Shino Odyssey”! Swipe through to discover work by our artists featured in “Shino Odyssey”, our juri...
10/05/2026

Meet the artists of “Shino Odyssey”! Swipe through to discover work by our artists featured in “Shino Odyssey”, our juried exhibition celebrating the depth, diversity, and unexpected possibilities of Shino glazes.

Participating Artists:
Erica Hood
Steve Hilton
Samantha Hostert
Matt Hyleck, Juror
Janel Jacobson
Jan McKeachie Johnston
Randy Johnston
Mayumi Kiefer
Lucien Koonce
Jill Fishon-Kovachick
Rebekah Krieger .pottery

Juried by Matthew Hyleck, the exhibition brings together artists exploring the remarkable sensitivity of Shino to clay body, application, kiln atmosphere, and firing; resulting in an incredible range of surfaces, colors, textures, and effects. Visit us in person or online to explore the many possibilities of Shino and discover the artists pushing this historic glaze family in new directions.

🗓️ On view September 19 - October 31, 2026
📍 Baltimore Clayworks

https://canvas.baltimoreclayworks.org/shop?featureSetFilters=74&sortBy=displayOrder

Join us for a Virtual Artist Talk with Clarissa Pezone as part of the Baltimore Clayworks Artist Talk series! Tune in t...
10/05/2026

Join us for a Virtual Artist Talk with Clarissa Pezone as part of the Baltimore Clayworks Artist Talk series! Tune in to hear from this Baltimore-based sculptor and 2026 TNNUA Artist Exchange artist as she discusses her figurative sculptures and installations, exploring themes of mythology, the uncanny, lore, and the space between reality and the unknown. Working across clay, textiles, paint, and mixed media, Pezone creates compelling works that invite viewers to consider the stories and mysteries that exist just beyond the familiar. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with an innovative artist and gain insight into her contemporary ceramic practice.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 28
⏰ Time: 1:30 – 2:00 pm
🔗 Register: baltimoreclayworks.org/event or click the link in our bio

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5707 Smith Avenue
Baltimore, MD
21209

Opening Hours

Monday 12:00 - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 - 5:00 pm

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+14105781919

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