Gallery Opening

“2026 VCA National K-12 Ceramic Exhibition Candidates”
Opening Reception: June 6, 6:30–8:00 PM

The National K–12 Ceramic Exhibition, presented in conjunction with the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) Conference, has showcased some of the most exceptional young ceramic artists from across the United States. 
Village Center for the Arts, (VCA), chooses artwork created during the year by our students that are exceptionally successful and unique works of art, a select few are chosen through a competitive juried process.

At VCA, that journey begins long before submission. Throughout the year, students dedicate hours of focus, experimentation, and persistence to develop pieces that reflect both technical skill and personal expression. From these, VCA selects a group of standout works to be submitted for national consideration.

While only a small number of pieces are ultimately accepted, every student selected for submission has already achieved something meaningful.

This special exhibition celebrates the creativity, commitment, and courage of all our VCA students whose work was chosen. We recognize not just the students that were juried into the exhibition but the students who's work was chosen from hundreds of pieces of ceramic artwork that was created at VCA over the year.

“What people see in a finished piece is only part of the story,” says Sharon Kaufman, VCA's pottery teacher. “Behind every work is time, persistence, and the willingness to keep going through trial and tribulation. We’re proud of every student who reached this level".

To honor that accomplishment, VCA proudly presents:
Opening Reception: "VCA 2026 National Ceramic Exhibition Candidates"
June 6, 6:30–8:00 PM
Exhibition Dates: June 7–27, 2026

freeThis is a free event