NEWBERRY — A one of a kind pottery sale is happening this weekend in Newberry as part of the first South Carolina Clay Conference.
Professional and amateur potters from across South Carolina are bringing their own pottery to sell during the conference. The pottery sale will be open to the public on Feb. 27 and Feb. 28 at The Gallery, 1104 Caldwell St. next door to the Newberry Arts Center’s entrance.
The SC Clay Conference is being presented by the Newberry Arts Center, which is a part of the city of Newberry’s Parks, recreation and Tourism Department.
Art program and conference organizer Marquerite F. Palmer has brought together professional potters Sue Grier from Asheville, N.C., and Mike Vatalaro from Greenville. With many years experience each, both will demonstrate their talents and techniques during the conference.
“The City of Newberry Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department has put forth great efforts to create an art center that educates and nurtures the community and surrounding areas with visual art experiences for all ages,” Palmer said. “Newberry Arts Center is thrilled to be hosting the first South Carolina Clay Conference. Instruction in pottery is a large part of our center. Newberry Arts Center is excited to be bringing clay artists together from all over South Carolina and beyond to help build a stronger clay community and move clay forward in South Carolina.”
Also during the weekend, the presenters will have their work for sale along with pieces from the conference attendees.
Also presenting will be artist Terry Jarrard-Dimond. Jarrard-Dimond will be speaking on how it is imperative for artists to have a presence on the web.
Modeled after well-known clay conferences in North Carolina and Alabama, the conference will allow for presenters and attendees to be immersed in conversation on “all things clay.” Included will be a Friday evening reception and Saturday evening BBQ.
The conference will close Sunday morning with an informative lecture on a clay related topic. Professionals, educators, amateurs and students can all enjoy the creative atmosphere which this type of intimate gathering promotes.
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