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Workshops
Thursday, April 18
Ceramic Workshop with Andrew McIntyre at ASU
9 - 12 p.m.
Angelo State University
Mayer Museum, East End
Free
Friday, April 19
Ceramic Workshop with Eric Ordway
9 – 11:30 a.m.
The Concho Clay Studio at the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts
Free. Light refreshments provided.
Saturday, April 20
Invited Artist Workshop with Chase Kahwinhut Earles
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$45 regular admission; $25 for students
RELOACTED to the Concho Clay Studio due to weather.
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Raku Firing Interactive Workshop
With the Concho Clay Studio and friends!
5 p.m. until firing ends · Pre-order a pot for $5
The Chicken Farm Art Center
The Concho Clay Studio’s Kassie Dilworth will lead participants in a workshop on raku and alternative firing techniques in the style of Randy Brodnax. Joined by additional local and traveling clay artist friends, learn how to use different organic materials, chemicals, and processes to make exciting surfaces on pottery. We don’t stop firing until we run out of pots!
Participants are encouraged to bring bisque work to glaze and fire.
A selection of bisque-ware pottery will also be available for purchase for anyone to glaze, fire, and participate in this Ceramic Weekend tradition.
Receptions
Friday, April 19
25th San Angelo North American Ceramic Competition in loving memory of Darlene Williams
Opening and Awards Reception
5 – 8 p.m.
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts
Juror: Louise Rosenfield, Dallas, Texas
Invited Artist: Chase Kahwinhut Earles, Ada, Oklahoma
Narrative Offerings 2024 Invitational (Opening Reception)
Curated by Exponential Art
5 – 9 p.m.
Gallery Verde
417 S. Oakes St., San Angelo
Ceramic Student Art Show (Opening Reception)
5 – 8 p.m.
Coop Gallery
427 S. Oakes St., San Angelo
Symposium
Friday, April 19
39th Annual Ceramic Symposium
1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Room 101, Carr Education-Fine Arts Building, Angelo State University
Panelists: Louise Rosenfield, Ceramic Competition Juror; Chase Kahwinhut Earles, Invited Artist; ASU Invited Artists: Eric Ordway & Andrew McIntyre
Exhibitions
Friday, April 19
Atmospheric Vessels: Selected Works by McIntyre and Ordway
Eric Ordway & Andrew McIntyre
April 18 – May 10, 2024, Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Mayer Museum 2nd Floor, Angelo State University, 2501 W. Avenue N, San Angelo
Sponsored by the ASU Department of Visual and Performing Arts
25th San Angelo North American Ceramic Competition in loving memory of Darlene Williams
April 20 – June 23, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday.
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts
Juror: Louise Rosenfield, Dallas, Texas
Distinguished Guest Artist: Chase Kahwinhut Earles, Ada, Oklahoma
Narrative Offerings 2024 Invitational
Curated by Exponential Art
Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. & Sunday, April 21, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Gallery Verde
417 S. Oakes St., San Angelo
Saturday, April 20
Ceramic Student Art Show
Saturday, April 20,10 a.m.– 4 p.m. & Sunday, April 21, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Coop Gallery
427 S. Oakes St., San Angelo
Studios & Kids Coop open at the Chicken Farm Art Center
Saturday April 20, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Artist & Gallery Talks
Sunday, April 21
Narrative Offerings Artist Talk
3 p.m.- 4 p.m.
Gallery Verde
417 S. Oakes St., San Angelo
Monday, April 22
Walk-Talk with Hayun Surl
12 p.m.
Take a tour through the Ceramic Competition exhibit with ASU Ceramics Professor Hayun Surl
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St., San Angelo, TX (Second Floor)
Dining & Shopping
Friday, April 19
Downtown San Angelo’s Spring Fling Event (Stroll)
5 – 8 p.m.
Visit local shops, restaurants, and organizations. Enjoy light refreshments, music, fine art displays and event discounts from various participants!
The Oakes Street galleries are within easy walking distance of the museum. Also, free trolley transportation will be available from 5 – 8 p.m. between SAMFA and the Oakes Street galleries, as well as other venues participating in Downtown San Angelo’s Spring Fling.
Saturday, April 20
Texas Barbeque Dinner and Dance
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
$17 per person
featuring the ASU Jazz Band
RELOCATED to the SAMFA Meeting Room due to weather.
Family Activities
Thursday, April 18
Clay Play Day with Ariel Bowman
3 – 6 p.m.
Education Studio at the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts
SAMFA Education Staff and ceramic artist Ariel Bowman will be on-hand to help with clay activities for families and kids. Everyone welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday, April 20
Family Clay Day with Ariel Bowman
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts
Prehistoric Ceramic Animals will soon be found in our studio thanks to celebrity invited artist, Ariel Bowman! Famous for her Prehistoric works of art, she is going to teach us how to bring our own Extinct Animal back to life using clay and helpful tips!
Studios & Kids Coop open at the Art Center
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Chicken Farm Art Center studios will be open with new work.
Clay and Play!
4 – 6 p.m.
Clay activities for families
The Chicken Farm Art Center