Clay Pittsburgh
Connecting People Through Clay
A nonprofit dedicated to fostering a strong clay community in Pittsburgh
Our Mission
Clay Pittsburgh is the only nonprofit organization in Pittsburgh dedicated to advancing the ceramic arts for artists, learners, and the community through education, exhibitions, retail opportunities, and artist services. Our clay focused mission is unique.
Our Stakeholders
We aim to reach a wide variety of people with our offerings. Our largest pool of stakeholders is the general public—pottery lovers, pottery collectors, and the clay-curious. Our second largest target audience is students just starting out in clay, and the third largest is emerging artists who wish to advance their careers, strengthen their studio practice, and make professional connections. The smallest (but no less important!) group of stakeholders is made up of professional potters who are already well established in their own studios, but still want to build community and share resources.
Each of these groups have different needs and interests in the world of ceramics. We hope to provide a multitude of resources and opportunities to connect through clay for everyone, no matter what level of skill or experience you may have.
Connections - Stay in the Loop
- Social Gatherings (Ceramixers)
- Buying Opportunities – Studio Tour Weekends
- Artist Talks In Our Studios
- “Shop Talk” sessions of potter-to-potter discussions
- Exhibitions
- Workshops
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Core Values
- The ceramic arts are intrinsic to the human experience, while reflecting diverse cultural traditions.
- Every individual benefits from exposure to a wide variety of ceramic art that is beautiful, evocative, challenging, or innovative.
- The ceramic arts are advanced through the exploration of the full spectrum of the art and science of clay.
- The field of ceramics is enriched by a mutual exchange of active curiosity, dialogue, and learning through diverse partnerships.
- Professional ceramic artists need to be nurtured, cultivated, and supported in order to both advance the greater field of the ceramic arts and enrich our local community.
- Clay learners deserve the best educational opportunities appropriate to their learning level.
- All communities deserve access to our programs and services, delivered in a genuine and welcoming environment.
- Honesty, integrity, and respect form the cornerstone of our culture.
Budding Potters
If you are outgrowing your experience as a “student in a classroom” and want to team up with other potters to share studio space, while also increasing your production and clarifying your artistic voice, then we may be able to connect you with like-minded artists looking for the same. Clay Pittsburgh is here to help you get where you want to go. Check out our Resources & Membership page for more information.
