Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation is hosting its 21st annual “Pottery Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational” exhibition to showcase the techniques and creations of 47 potters from across the state of Georgia. There will be nearly 8,000 ceramic works on display for the event, all available for purchase. Artist and collector Bob Marable will also have works for sale from his own private collection. In addition to the main exhibition, Sandy Culp will debut a series of works entitled “Sculptural Journey in Clay,” which showcases her specialty in “trompe l’oeil,” or to “fool the eye.” She specializes in making pottery that is both functional and fun. During opening weekend, Martha Cook will offer a two-day workshop in which participants can watch demonstrations of making mugs, bowls, vases, pitchers and baking dishes, and learn decorating techniques such as sgraffito, slip, wax resist and stamps. The workshop, which runs Aug. 26–27, costs $175 for OCAF members and $200 for non-members. OCAF will host a preview sale on Aug. 25 from 5–8 p.m., during which visitors can have a sneak peek and first shot at purchasing works in exchange for a $20 entry fee. “Pottery Perspectives” will then open to the public on Aug. 26 and remain on view through Sept. 10.
WHO: Perspectives
WHEN: Aug. 25–Sept. 10
WHERE: Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation
HOW MUCH: $20 (Aug. 25 preview night), FREE! (Aug. 26–Sept. 10)
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