“The Slipcast Object Revisited”

Plinth Gallery
3520 Brighton Blvd
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 295-0717
gallery@plinthgallery,com
“The Slipcast Object Revisited”
A Juried Exhibition of Slip Cast Ceramic Work
Juror: Heather Mae Erickson
“The Slipcast Object Revisited” is a juried exhibition of work made using slip casting techniques.
This process is undergoing a renaissance in the studio practice of many ceramic artists. Using
computer modeling software, 3D printing, CNC machinery, computer controlled routers as well as
traditional mold making techniques, ceramic artists are pushing the boundaries of what can be made.
This exhibition will present the diversity of slip cast ceramics and its endless possibilities.
Submissions are open for one of kind pieces, production work, and limited editions either sculptural or
functional. See attached Submission Guidelines for more information and to apply.
Plinth Gallery (http://www.plinthgallery.com) opened in 2006 as the vision of owner/curator Jonathan
Kaplan. Plinth Gallery is the only venue along the Colorado Front Range to exhibit contemporary
ceramic art exclusively. The gallery features recognized ceramic artists in solo or group exhibitions
and represents many others on a continuing basis. Plinth Gallery showcases a diversity of ceramic
work, both sculptural and functional that is exceptional in concept and execution. The gallery is
located in the vibrant and exciting River North Art District (RiNo). Visit www.rinoart.com for more
information.
Juror Heather Mae Erickson is an artist, craftsperson and designer.
After earning her BFA at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, she
received her MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art. Following a
residency at the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, Montana, Erickson
was awarded a Fulbright fellowship to conduct independent research
at Aalto University in Helsinki, Finland. Erickson has held teaching
positions in Philadelphia and Colorado, and is currently assistant
professor of ceramics at Western Carolina University.
Erickson’s work has been shown internationally and is represented in
collections around the world. She has earned numerous awards and
honorable mentions, including an Independence Fellowship for a
residency at The International Ceramic Research Center in Denmark, and
was the 2009-2012 Robert Chapman Turner Teaching Fellow in Ceramic
Art at Alfred University.
In 2005, the original “Slipcast Object” exhibition was presented by
Ceramic Design Group and Jonathan Kaplan in Steamboat Springs
Colorado. Richard Notkin was the juror, and his selections included
installation, sculptural, and functional work. This exhibition was among the
first to feature slip cast work exclusively and was widely recognized. Plinth
Gallery expects this “Revisited” exhibition to far surpass the first one, and
welcomes your submissions.
Submission Guidelines
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Entry fee is $35 for submission of up to 3 pieces made within the last year.
All work must be signed and dated.
Work must be predominantly slip cast, and size cannot exceed 20” on any one side. Work
can be either sculptural or functional and must be suitable for pedestal display or wall
mounting. Installation work may be considered however space limitations will not
accommodate large constructions. Hanging devices, instructions and patterns must be
provided where so required. Ceiling suspended works will not be considered, again due to
gallery space limitations. Please contact the Gallery first if you intend to submit installation
pieces.
Artists may submit up to 3 pieces to the show, no more than 2 images per piece, of which
one can be a detail image.
Submitted images must include the artists’ last name in the title, using the format on the
application form. Image formats are high-resolution JPEG images at least 300 dpi, and
suitable for publication and press purposes.
Please submit the images on a CD, or by an emailed zip-file. Mailed submissions must be
postmarked by April 10, 2015; emailed files must be received by no later than April 10.
Accepted forms of payment include check or money order made payable to “Plinth Gallery”.
We also accept Visa or MasterCard. Credit card information can either be included on the
submission form, or provided by telephone to (303) 295-0717.
Artists will be notified by email the week of April 27 of the juror’s selections.
All accepted work must be available for sale. Artists with accepted work will also be asked
to provide an Artist Statement and Resume.
Plinth Gallery will be responsible for all advertising, outreach and marketing for the
exhibition which may include use of any submitted images in promotional material. The
gallery will retain 50% of sales.
Artists are responsible for shipping work as well as the return shipping costs. We will not
accept any work other than what was accepted. You may include a return shipping label
with your work, or provide credit card information for return shipping costs. All work
shipped from Plinth will be via FedEx ground unless other arrangements are made. Artwork
is insured while on gallery property.
Plinth Gallery will present awards of cash and other recognitions for Jurors Choice, First
and Second Choice, and Honorable Mentions.
The juror’s decision is final.
Plinth Gallery
3520 Brighton Blvd
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 295-0717
gallery@plinthgallery,com
Submission Application
Please refer to the prospectus for this exhibition for details on applying for this exhibition
Name
Gallery Use Only
Address
City/State/Zip
Email
Phone
All digital files must include the artists name in the title
Entry Title #1
Name of digital file(s)
(Example: lastname_title1.jpg or lastname_title1_detail.jpg if needed)
Brief description, dimensions, temperature
Price:
Date Created
Entry Title #2
Name of digital file(s)
(Example: lastname_title2.jpg or lastname_title2_detail.jpg if needed)
Brief description, dimensions, temperature
Price:
Date Created
Entry Title #3
Name of digital file(s)
(Example: lastname_title3.jpg or lastname_title3_detail.jpg if needed)
Brief description, dimensions, temperature
Price:
Date Created
Payment Information: Submission fee is $35
Check/Money Order Enclosed: Number
(please make payable to Plinth Gallery)
OR
Credit Card Information
Name on Card
Credit Card Number
exp date
ccv code
billing zip code
You can also call the gallery with your credit card information. We accept Visa and Mastercard only
Mailed entries must be postmarked by April 10, 2015. Emailed entries must be received by
April 10.
Mail your application, images and payment information to:
Plinth Gallery
3520 Brighton Blvd
Denver CO 80216
Attn: Slipcast Object Revisited
Email address: gallery@plinthgallery.com
Please note these important dates:
March 16-April 10, 2015 Call for entries. All entries must be postmarked by April 10, 2015
April 27, 2015
Jury selections announced.
May 27, 2015
Accepted entries due at Plinth Gallery
June 5, 2015
Opening Reception, First Friday, 5pm-10pm
June 5- July 25, 2015
“The Slipcast Object Revisited 2015” exhibition dates
Unsold work will be returned to participating artists after the closing date of the show