Last Call: Apply to our Resident Artist Program Applications due April 11 George Rodriguez will be joining us as the Guest Juror for this year’s application process. Rodriguez creates highly ornamented, ceramic sculptures, often underlined by a connection to sociopolitical themes. As a long time member of The Clay Studio community, he’ll be a wonderful asset in this process! The Clay Studio Resident Artist Program offers individuals the opportunity to further develop their work, to establish professional contacts and standards, and to work within a community of like-minded individuals in an urban environment for up to three years. The program is designed to reflect a range of experiences and diverse aesthetic approaches, cultures and perspectives. The Clay Studio Resident Artist Program assists artists to become successful members of the Philadelphia art community, while making national and international connections. A residency at The Clay Studio includes: ☑️Personal studio space in our new building 🔥Use of kilns 🏺A full stocked glaze mixing area 📚Teaching opportunities 🖼️A solo exhibition after the artist has been in residence for 24 months 🔗And more, link in bio for details #theclaystudiophl #ceramicart #clayart #philadelphiaarts #ceramics 📷 Current Resident Artist @mcmichaeldika in the studio (fb)

Michael Biello: holy.body opens April 10th - June 29th, 2025 Michael Biello is an interdisciplinary artist who draws inspiration from his Italian American roots, his passion for theatre, and his longtime commitment to LGBTQ+ cultural activism. Biello is one of the artisan/makers who helped create the revivals of Old City Philadelphia in the 1970’s and Noho New York in the 1990’s. Biello’s work has been exhibited internationally and is in numerous private collections including many in the entertainment industry. In addition to his work in visual art, Biello has a long history as a performance artist and lyricist in collaboration with his life-partner, composer Dan Martin. Biello is grateful for the inspiration and encouragement he has received from many teachers and mentors including ceramicist William Daley, art historian Helen Drutt, composer/lyricist Maury Yeston, and pleasure activist Annie Sprinkle. @michael.biello #theclaystudiophl #ceramicart #clayart #philadelphiaarts #ceramics (fb)