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ACGA Newsletter: Terra Linda Ceramic Artists exhibit "Articulation - The Art of Playing with Form".
Click on the link below to check out the ACGA newsletter and find out about their membership
Terra Linda Ceramic Artists has a front cover and is featured in a two page article in the Pacific Sun!
August 31st, 2022, the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists is featured in a beautiful two page article in the Pacific Sun. Thank you Pacific Sun and writer Isabella Cook!
Click here to read the full story: ARTS & IDEAS Hands-on-Art by Isabella Cook
The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists win three years in a row!
The TLCArtists THANK YOU Marin County residents for awarding us for the third year in a row, the Marin Arts and Culture Reader's Choice Award 2022 for "Best Art Studio" and "Best Art Instructor"!
And this year Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi was awarded the Marin Arts and Culture Reader's Choice Award 2022 for "Best Artist".
Everyone involved at TLCA shows up, makes their art, loves the studio and makes it happen. These awards are a celebration for all of you TLCArtists, you are amazing, congratulations!
Come and check us out.
Two of our TLCArtists are featured in the Marin IJ this month!
Please take a moment to read these great articles on two Terra Linda Ceramic Artists, Dove Govrin and Melissa Woodburn, who both live their lives through their unique passion for ceramics.
Melissa Woodburn https://www.marinij.com/2022/04/27/novato-artists-hare-tarot-cards-a-balm-during-the-pandemic/
The TLCA show at the
35th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
35th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
Back from two amazing days at the CCACA conference. Great show for our group, demos and lectures by top notch ceramic artists, student shows, all inspiring. Can't wait for April 29, 2023, mark your calendars!
The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists "R'Evolution Exhibit" opened with a bang!
Thank you to the 240+ Marin County residents and volunteers who came to our opening night for our "R'Evolution" exhibit.
Featuring the works of 40 TLCArtists, this exhibit was judged by ceramic Artist Antonia Lawson. Antonia gave 3 awards and 4 Honorable Mention to the following TLCArtists, Congratulations!
1st Place, Jo Clarke for "The Girls"
2nd Place, Cornelia Nevitt for "Plague Doctor Six"
3rd Place, Brianna Woodward for "King Toad"
Honorable Mention
Heather Austin Weir for "Mirror Dimension"
Tajali Littman for "A Chime of Wrens"
Geraldine GaNun for "Artifact"
Emeigh Poindexter for "Winston & Sal Go for a Ride"
Curators: Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi, Jo Clarke and Cathie Blackstone
The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists win once more
Everyone at the TLCA Thanks You, Marin County residents, for awarding us the
Marin IJ 2022 Reader's CHOICE Award for "BEST ART STUDIO".
Check out the online publication of the Marin IJ Reader's CHOICE Awards.
You can find us on page 42 and page 91 https://marinijreaderschoice.com
THANK YOU!
The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists win once more
We at the TLCA thank you Marin County residents for awarding us for the second year in a row "Best of Marin 2021", for Best Art Studio and Best Art Instructor!
If you have not had a chance yet, come and check us out.
Marin Magazine Article
"Connecting with your creative side — why does it matter even more during difficult times?"
The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists is featured in the Marin Magazine
Current & Upcoming Events
The TLCA show at the
36th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
April 28th – 29th, 2023
36th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
April 28th – 29th, 2023
The TLCArtists are pleased to participate for the 5th year in this amazing yearly ceramic conference.
After 36 years of tradition the John Natsoulas Center for the Arts is proud to continue the largest sculptural ceramics conference in the world. Conceived by the need for dialogue and direct interaction between artists and students, CCACA 2023 brings the ultimate ceramic sculpture event to Davis, CA. In an intimate setting, you can interact with top artists in a way not possible elsewhere. Local gallery and over 30 college exhibitions bring the best work of the year within easy reach. These shows run concurrent with CCACA 2023.
Find us on the map below and come and visit our exhibition!
Find out about the Natsoulas Gallery here: CCACA 2023
ARTICULATION - The Art of Playing with Form
Hosted by the Falkirk Cultural Center, San Rafael
March 10 -April 10, 2023 Opening reception March 10th, from 5-8pm
Curated by Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi and Jo Clarke, this exhibition shows the work of 25 Terra Linda Ceramic Artists that were picked by the curator duo. Do not miss it!
Falkirk Cultural Center
1408 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
Tuesday - Friday: 1-4pm
Saturday: 10am -2pm
Past events
2023 Winter Invitational Exhibition
Falkirk Cultural Center
January 13th - February 24th
Opening reception January 13th, from 5-8pm
Curated by Susan Press and Michael Friedland, this exhibition shows the work of many Bay Area artists that were picked by the curator duo. Amongst these selected artists are also several TLCA Members.
Do not miss it!
Falkirk Cultural Center
1408 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
Tuesday - Friday: 1-4pm
Saturday: 10am -2pm
Several TLCA Members are showing at the AWD Member's Exhibit.
Do not miss it!
HOLIDAY TREASURES
Curated by Charlie Barboni, this show features the works of 17 artists from around the Bay Area.
Part of the proceeds to benefit the Marin County 4-H program.
December 1 - 31, 2022
Toby's Art Gallery
Point Reyes Station
Invitational Art Exhibition
December 3 - 15, 2022
Opening Reception:
Saturday December 3 - 5-7pm
Closing Reception:
Thursday December 15 - 5-7pm
Several members of the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists are showing their work in this Invitational Art Exhibition.
Others works include paintings, photography, pastels, textiles and other creative mediums.
Thank you to Ashley Howe, Director of the Corte Madera Community Center.
Don't miss it!
Location:
Corte Madera Community Center
Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera
Marinwood Fall Art Show
"Form and Color"
Saturday, October 22, 2022
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Several members of the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists are showing their work in this bi-yearly one day pop up exhibit
Others works include paintings, photography, collages and other creative mediums.
Thank you Susan Press for organizing this fun event for the community.
Don't miss it!
Location:
Marinwood Community Center
775 Miller Creek Road, San Rafael
ART TO AMUSE & DELIGHT
A juried exhibit
Opening Reception:
August 19th 2022
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Several members of the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists are showing their work in this wonderful and delightful exhibit.
Others works include paintings, photography and other creative mediums.
Don't miss it!
Location: Falkirk Cultural Center
1408 Mission Avenue at E street
Open Hours:
Tuesdays-Fridays 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturdays 10:00am - 2:00pm
SLICE - A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art
June 21 - August 17, 2022
Davis, California
The Pence’s Slice exhibit is open to all artists residing in California, and is juried this year by artist, writer, and curator Chris Daubert. Daubert has exhibited his drawings, paintings and large multi-media installations locally and nationally for many years.
The exhibit showcases art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art.
TLCA member and Graphic Design and Marketing Director Jo Clarke, has a beautiful piece in the Pence show "SLICE", don't miss it! Congratulations Jo!
Title of the piece: "Made in Ukraine"
GALLERY ROUTE 1, ANNUAL BOX SHOW™
Three of our TLCA members are in the show, Donald Beaton, Geraldine GaNun and Ellen Leo.
Opening Reception: Saturday, July 16, 3-5 PM (please wear a mask in the gallery)
In-Person Bidding is back! Register to bid at Gallery Route One Final Bidding / Auction Closes: Saturday, August 20, 3-4 PM
Find out more here: BOX SHOW 2022
Contemporary Botanicals
Three of our TLCArtists are featured in this beautiful exhibit, Susan Hontalas, Susan Press and Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi.
April 1st - May 21st, 2022
Art Works Downtown presents Contemporary Botanicals to celebrate spring by showcasing an artistic garden of varied approaches to, interpretations of, and expression through, our relationship to flora and fauna.
Juror: Vanessa Indies, Director of Hashimoto Contemporary, SF
Opening Night Reception/Art Walk - April 8th, 2022 - 5-8pm
Closing Night Reception /Art Walk- May 13th, 2022 - 5-8pm
For gallery directions and visiting hours visit: Artworksdowntown
Nicolas Vasquez
The TLCA show at the
35th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
April 29 - 30, 2022
35th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
April 29 - 30, 2022
The TLCArtists were pleased to participate for the third year in this amazing yearly ceramic conference.
After 35 years of tradition the John Natsoulas Center for the Arts is proud to continue the largest sculptural ceramics conference in the world. Conceived by the need for dialogue and direct interaction between artists and students, CCACA 2022 brings the ultimate ceramic sculpture event to Davis, CA. In an intimate setting, you can interact with top artists in a way not possible at other venues. UC Davis, home to the late sculptor Robert Arneson, was instrumental in defining a new direction for ceramic art. Enjoy delightful downtown Davis and be inspired by nationally recognized ceramic art talents.
Demonstrations, lectures, shows—no other event delivers more inspired knowledge of ceramic sculpture for a better price. Meet face-to-face with distinguished ceramic sculptors you might only read about; see and hear from the artists what makes them top in their field.
40+ Major Shows
Local gallery exhibitions and over 30 college shows bring the best work of the year within easy reach. These shows run concurrent with CCACA 2022. See all this and over 40 amazing student shows within a short walk. This is a chance to surround yourself with the top ceramic art of today and the ideas of the artists of tomorrow.
Stay tuned for our exact location at the conference!
Find out about the Natsoulas Gallery here: CCACA_2022
Marinwood Spring Art Show
Saturday, April 23rd, 2002 - 3-7pm
Please join 15 TLCArtists and numerous wonderful Marin County artists for this one day Art Show! Thank you Susan Press, for upholding this bi-yearly Marin art tradition for our community.
Juror: Suzanne Long, Curator, Epperson Gallery, Crocket, CA
TLCA 2022 – "R'Evolution"
Falkirk Cultural Center
Falkirk Cultural Center
March 11 - April 15th 2022
The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists is pleased to present its Member's show hosted by the Falkirk Cultural Center in San Rafael California.
This juried member's show presents figurative and non figurative works by 20+ artists from the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists vibrant community. Each artist presents their interpretation of the theme R'Evolution, a compound word that offers exciting opportunities in clay.
Jurors: Catherine Blackstone, Jo Clarke
Judge: Antonia Lawson
Opening Night Reception/Art Walk - March 11, 2022 - 5-8pm
Closing Night Reception/ Art Walk and People's Choice Awards - April 15, 2022 - 5-8pm
For gallery directions and visiting hours visit: Falkirk Cultural Center
56TH Conference of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts
March 16-19, 2022
SAFE Credit Union Convention Center
1400 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
The annual conference of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) provides opportunities to build and strengthen professional networks and experience lifelong learning with friends, colleagues, mentors, and students.
The TLCA exhibit "R'Evolution" is listed in the NCECA WEB listing for the conference under the section "SACRAMENTO SUBURBS AND REGIONAL".
View full listing of all other amazing exhibitions happening in conjunction to the NCECA conference here: "2022 exhibition listing"
For more information, COVID19 requirements and tickets visit here: NCECA 2022
To VOLUNTEER and earn a conference PASS visit: https://nceca.net/2022-conference-volunteers/--
Ceramic Artists Winter Fair
Saturday, November 20th
10AM to 4PM
Falkirk Cultural Center, San Rafael, CA
1408 Mission Ave., San Rafael
Please join us for our first annual Winter Fair. This year, 10 TLCA ceramicists will fill the historical Falkirk Cultural Center with new, exciting works perfect for gift-giving.
An event not to be missed!
The variety of work runs from early-folk style vessels to flowing contemporary sculpture - some with a touch of whimsy to more lyrical pieces. You'll want to go early for the best selection.
Wear a mask, maintain social distancing and practice proper hand hygiene while viewing the galleries
Marinwood Fall art Show
Saturday, November 6th
3PM to 7PM
Marin Wood Community Center, San Rafael
Please join ten TLCArtists and numerous wonderful Marin County artists for this one day Art Show. The theme this year is "Connections"
Juror: Stan Gibbs, Program Director of Artworks Downtown in San Rafael
The TLCA went to the
34th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
34th California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
After 34 years of tradition the John Natsoulas Center for the Arts is proud to continue the largest sculptural ceramics conference in the world. Conceived by the need for dialogue and direct interaction between artists and students, CCACA 2021 brings the ultimate ceramic sculpture event to Davis, CA. In an intimate setting, you can interact with top artists in a way not possible at other venues. UC Davis, home to the late sculptor Robert Arneson, was instrumental in defining a new direction for ceramic art. Enjoy delightful downtown Davis and be inspired by nationally recognized ceramic art talents.
Demonstrations, lectures, shows—no other event delivers more inspired knowledge of ceramic sculpture for a better price. Meet face-to-face with distinguished ceramic sculptors you might only read about; see and hear from the artists what makes them top in their field.
40+ Major Shows
Local gallery exhibitions and over 30 college shows bring the best work of the year within easy reach. These shows run concurrent with CCACA 2021. See all this and over 40 amazing student shows within a short walk. This is a chance to surround yourself with the top ceramic art of today and the ideas of the artists of tomorrow.
Find out about the gallery here: CCACA_2021
Epperson Gallery: "Menagerie"
Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts is honored to present Menagerie, a juried National Clay Competition celebrating Animals. Menagerie features thirty-six Ceramic Artists who create, interpret and explore the wonder of Animals real, surreal or imagined. Ariel Bowman: juror.
Three of the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists members are exhibiting in this show. Jo Clarke, Susan Hontalas and Melissa Woodburn
Find out about the gallery here: Epperson Gallery
The BOX SHOW
The Box Show 2021 and auction officially opens Saturday, July 24, at 11 am and will close on Saturday, September 11, at 4 pm.
The gallery is open Thursday through Monday, 11 am – 5 pm.
Three of the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists members are exhibiting in this show. Donald Beaton, Ellen Leo and Geraldine GaNun.
Find out about the Box Show here: BOX SHOW
CORNELIA NEVITT A RETROSPECTIVE
The Falkirk Cultural Center and Terra Linda Ceramic Artists are proud to present:
CORNELIA NEVITT A RETROSPECTIVE
March 5th - April 2nd, 2021
This unique solo artist exhibit features, Marin County award-winning sculptor Cornelia Nevitt.
A member of many art groups around the San Francisco Bay Area, including the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists, Cornelia's abundant work is introspective and imaginative and reflects her own inner world. She draws her inspiration from human figures, the environment and from nature.
Cornelia's work is unique and highly diversified in styles and techniques. This is a show not to be missed.
The show is open for in-person viewing at the Falkirk Cultural Center from March 5th-April 2nd Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-1pm and Wednesdays and Fridays from 1pm-5pm.* Wear a mask, maintain social distancing and practice proper hand hygiene while viewing the galleries.
The exhibit was curated by Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi.
Falkirk Art Galleries visiting hours: March 5 - April 2
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
*Subject to change based on COVID-19 restrictions. Please check the Falkirk website to confirm gallery schedule.
https://www.cityofsanrafael.org/falkirk/
TLCA 2020 – Falkirk Exhibition
October 7th – November 20th, 2020
The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists is pleased to present its first Virtual Exhibition, hosted by the Falkirk Cultural Center in San Rafael.
The exhibit showcases the works of 38 artists from the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists vibrant community.
Virtual Opening Night Reception - Oct 10, 2020
We had a great virtual opening night, thank you for those of you who came and support the Arts. Stay tuned for our Exhibition Speaker's Series!
TERRA LINDA CERAMIC ARTISTS 2020 at the BARTOLINI GALLERY
April 9th – May 31, 2020
Due to COV-19 exhibit was POSTPONED date TBA
This exhibit features works by the TLCA advanced artists. The TLCA exhibit will be featured in Bartolini Gallery along with “Layered Expressions: Marin Collage Collective” and “Rising Stars: The 29th Annual Marin County High School Art Show”.
Opening Night Reception: April 9th – 6-8pm
www.MarinCounty.org
SPRING DAY ART SALE
Saturday May 9th, 2020 – 11am – 4pm CANCELLED due to COVID19
Please come and see the works for sale of many Marin County artists including TLCA artists.
At the Marinwood Community Center
775 Miller Creek Road San Rafael, CA 94903-1323
MARIN OPEN STUDIOS
May 1-3 and May 8-10, 2020
Many TLCA artists participate in the Marin Open Studios – Details TBA
https://marinopenstudios.org
32nd Annual California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
May 1-3, 2020 – VIRTUAL Conference
Terra Linda Ceramic Artists will be exhibiting for the second year at CCACA (California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts ).
TLCA artists will be selected to represent the group for this exciting 3 day of Ceramic Arts immersion.
Thanks to John Natsoulas, the founder of the CCACA one can stroll for free through dozens of pop up galleries. Purchasing the conference gave access to live demonstrations and inspiring lectures by professional ceramicists. This event repeats every year do not miss it!
John Natsoula Gallery where you can view some amazing art and pick up your map is conveniently located at the corner of 521 First Street in downtown Davis, California.
THE FINE ARTS EXHIBIT AT THE MARIN COUNTY FAIR
“The Soaring 2020s” CANCELLED due to COVID19
July1st – July 5th 2020 (Exhibit Hall)
Many artists from the TLCA participate every year in the Fine Arts Exhibit at the Marin County Fair and bring home a long list of Awards. We are looking forward to another exciting Fair!
FALKIRK Spring 2020 Juried Exhibition
March 13th -April 10 –
AVAILABLE ONLINE – Galleries were closed due to COV-19
Three members of the TLCA participated in the exhibit “capturing the natural beauty of California”
Falkirk Cultural Center
1408 Mission St. San Rafael, CA 94901
Epperson Gallery of Ceramic Arts
What Lies Beneath – Juried by Lisa Clague
February 14th-March 15th, 2020
Opening Reception February 16th – 4-8pm
Two members of the TLCA are exhibiting in this national show.
Epperson Gallery 1400 Pomona St, Crockett, CA 94525
O’HANLON Center for the Arts – Member’s Show
January 16th – February 20, 2020
Members of the Terra Linda Ceramic Artists are also members of the O’Hanlon Center for the Arts and exhibiting in this show.
CERAMIC SENSIBILITIES
September 20th – November 8th, 2019 (Artworksdowntown)
THE FINE ARTS EXHIBIT AT THE MARIN COUNTY FAIR
July 3rd – July 7th 2019 (Exhibit Hall)
Over a dozen of our Terra Linda Ceramic Artists, adults and youth alike, won numerous and impressive awards this year.
“Marin County Fair Theme Award” Susan Hontalas, “Outstanding Award in Sculpture”, “Outstanding Award in Stone Sculpture “, “3rd Place in Ceramics” Cornelia Nevitt, “1st Place in Miniature”, “Outstanding Award for Various Media”, only to name a few of our adult winners. Congratulations to everyone!
31st Annual California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts
May 3-5, 2019
Terra Linda Ceramic Artists exhibited for the first time at the CCACA (California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts ).
16 TLCA artists were selected to represent the group for this exciting 3 day of Ceramic Arts immersion. TLCA shared the same building as the Mendocino Arts Center and the Davis Arts Center at 508 2nd st. downtown Davis.
Thanks to John Natsoulas, the founder of the CCACA one can stroll for free through dozens of pop up galleries. Purchasing the conference gave access to live demonstrations and inspiring lectures by professional ceramicists. This event repeats every year do not miss it!
John Natsoula Gallery where you can view some amazing art and pick up your map is conveniently located at the corner of 521 First Street in downtown Davis, California.
Click here for more information on the conference CCACA
Marinwood Spring Art Show
March 23rd , 2019– 3-7pm
The one day show was juried by Gabriella Calicchio and featured 15 TLCA artists. The first place was awarded to Dave Yoas, Second place to Alex Friedman, Third place to Donna Klie. Honorable Mention were awarded to Sandra McCreary, June Miller and Lisa Clarke.
Art Works Downtown Founders Gallery
February 8th, 2019 – March 2nd
Thank you to Susan Press who curated yet another amazing show.
Several TLCA artists are featured in the show.
6th Annual Art & Wine Tasting at the Marinwood Community Center,
October 27th, 2018
Thank you Susan Press!
Many of our TLCArtists were included in the group of 50 Bay Area artists who participated. The show was juried by Stan Gibbs, Artworksdowntown Program Manager.
1st Place was awarded to Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi, 2nd Place to Lisa Clarke and 3rd Place to Jennifer Lipson.
“FORM & FIRE: THE ALCHEMY OF CLAY”
September 14 – October 25, 2018
The Terra Linda Ceramic Artists was pleased to present “Form & Fire: The Alchemy of Clay” . Through the process of transformation of matter and the act of combining seemingly ordinary elements, artists created dozens of extraordinary and magical pieces that were on display at the Falkirk Cultural Center in San Rafael. Over 300 guests, including Marin County Supervisor Damon Connolly, attended the Opening Night September 14th. The exhibit was a smashing success and showed our Marin County community the amazing talent and diversity of our artists.
THE FINE ARTS EXHIBIT AT THE MARIN COUNTY FAIR
June 30th – July 5th 2018 (Exhibit Hall)
Over a dozen of our Terra Linda Ceramic Artists have won numerous and impressive awards this year. “Best of Show” in sculpture, Cornelia Newit, “Artist of the Year” Susan Press,
“1st in Fine Arts for Ceramics”, Geraldine Ga Nun, ” 2nd in Furniture – Mozaic Table”, Kambia Moezzi, “3rd in Ceramics”, Susie Kelly to name a few . And in our “Youth Classes” we had as many awards such as “Best of Show in Ceramics”, Brooke. Y, “Special Award” Dylan. G, “Best of Class in Ceramics”, June. M, to also name a few.
We are so very proud to share these accomplishment with you. Do not miss our amazing upcoming show “Form & Fire: The Alchemy of Clay”.
Other past events:
Unleashed/Falkirk
July 29th – September 7th, 2016
Unleashed/ACCI
July 10th -30th, 2015
Reflections/Falkirk
June 13th – August 16th, 2014
Journeys/Falkirk
June 15th – August 18, 2012