DEMAREST, N.J.—The Art School at Old Church (TASOC) is excited to announce the artists for the 45th Annual Pottery Show and Sale, which will take place on Dec. 6–8 at 561 Piermont Road, Demarest.
The Annual Pottery Show and Sale (also known as the Old Church Pottery Show and Sale) is a nationally-renowned event among the clay community, and a destination for close to 1,000 pottery enthusiasts annually.
The event began in 1975 as a fundraiser for The Art School at Old Church. Long-time friends Karen Karnes and TASOC founder Mikhail Zakin wanted to connect their vibrant community of potters with the local area by offering the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind works of art, with proceeds supporting the newly-found non-profit cultural center.
The 2019 Pottery Show & Sale is curated by Chris Gustin and Bruce Dehnert, along with Aysha Peltz. The current team of curators continues Karnes’ and Zakin’s tradition of collaborating on the selection of artists, and, through this relationship, forging an aesthetic language that will inspire generations of potters to come. This year’s potters are an eclectic group of 29 artists, hailing from across the United States and Canada. Seven of the artists are first-time presenters at Annual Pottery Show and Sale.
The Annual Pottery Show and Sale has become a model for other shows of its kind. With close to 30 influential artists from as many cities, the show features more than 3,000 handmade pieces—from functional mugs, dishware, servers, and casseroles to sculptural works. Admission to the show is a suggested donation of $20 on Dec. 6, and $10 on Dec. 7 and 8. All proceeds benefit The Art School at Old Church, a non-profit arts center.
Visit www.oldchurchpotteryshow.org for more information on participating artists, curators, and show history. Call (201) 767-7160 for directions and further information. All proceeds benefit the school, a 501c3 non-profit organization.
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