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Artwork images (clockwise from upper left): Glori Woods, Maranda Powers, Taylor Berry, Ed Murphy
SUMMER STUDIO EXHIBITION
On display June 11 - July 31, 2026
Deadline extended! Drop off work for consideration by May 29th
Every summer, we showcase some of the incredible work being made by Clay Center artists!
Eligibility and application process
Join us for an opening reception!
Thursday, June 11th, 5-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
On display June 11 - July 31, 2026
Deadline extended! Drop off work for consideration by May 29th
Every summer, we showcase some of the incredible work being made by Clay Center artists!
Eligibility and application process
- Drop off up to 3 pieces to our gallery during open hours between May 18th and 29th.
- A set of objects may count as one piece.
- Everyone who wants to participate will have at least one piece chosen for this exhibition.
- All current studio members, monitors, firing members, and staff members are eligible to participate, as are students from our 2026 classes.
Join us for an opening reception!
Thursday, June 11th, 5-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
CREEP SHOW 2026
On display September 24-October 31, 2026
Apply online by July 15, 2026
It’s baaaaaack…
The Clay Center of New Orleans seeks applicants for the 2026 installment of “Creep Show,” our national juried
group exhibition of ceramic works that can be described as cutely creepy through to downright terrifying.
Open to ceramic vessels, sculptures, and wall-mounted works, $5 application fee for local artists!
Apply online
Join us for an opening reception!
Thursday, September 24th, 5-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
On display September 24-October 31, 2026
Apply online by July 15, 2026
It’s baaaaaack…
The Clay Center of New Orleans seeks applicants for the 2026 installment of “Creep Show,” our national juried
group exhibition of ceramic works that can be described as cutely creepy through to downright terrifying.
Open to ceramic vessels, sculptures, and wall-mounted works, $5 application fee for local artists!
Apply online
Join us for an opening reception!
Thursday, September 24th, 5-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
HOLIDAY SHOP 2026
On display November 12 - December 23, 2026
Drop off work November 6-9, 2026
Sell your artwork from our gallery for the holiday season! Our Holiday Shop will feature work by all current studio members, firing members, staff members, and recent students who would like to participate. More details to come!
Join us for an opening reception!
Thursday, November 12th, 5-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits
On display November 12 - December 23, 2026
Drop off work November 6-9, 2026
Sell your artwork from our gallery for the holiday season! Our Holiday Shop will feature work by all current studio members, firing members, staff members, and recent students who would like to participate. More details to come!
Join us for an opening reception!
Thursday, November 12th, 5-8 pm
Complimentary drinks and snacks, including a free wine tasting from Backline Wine & Spirits