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LAST DATE UPDATED: JANUARY 26, 2026
LEARNING
Medalta’s Intensive Adult Workshops give you the chance to dive deep into a specific area of ceramics, strengthen your skills, and expand your knowledge base.
Led by accomplished artists and experts, these immersive, hands-on experiences take place in our collaborative studio environment where ideas, techniques, and inspiration are shared freely.
REGISTRATION OPENS: JAN 20, 2026 | MEDICINE HAT, AB
Haliburton School of Art + Design Glassblowing – Open Studio: do you have glassblowing experience and looking for a space to create? This is an opportunity for folks with glassblowing experience to have access to the hot shop for independent open studio time. With 32 hours of studio time, participants will have access to the equipment, as well as a studio technologist for questions and guidance.
FEB 2-6, 2026 | HALIBURTON, ON
Nerikomi & Coloured Clay Intensive - Marina Van Raay. Participants will explore how to use coloured clay to create rich surface patterns and designs, learning both traditional and experimental approaches to this unique technique.
FEB 22, 2026 | 10 AM - 4 PM | HAMILTON, ON
FLEMING COLLEGE
Looking to get creative with ceramics in February or March? Haliburton School of Art + Design is offering a variety of winter courses for every skill level, from week-long, to Saturday Workshops and a 6-week evening series, as well as two open-studio dates which provide an opportunity to work independently. Whether you’re brand new or building on existing skills, these courses make for the perfect creative winter getaway.
FEB/MAR, 2026 | HALIBURTON, ON
Ceramic Furniture with Austin Coudriet - an immersive three-day workshop where participants will create their very own piece of ceramic furniture. Throughout the masterclass, you will gain practical experience in enclosing forms, constructing shrink slabs, and managing the drying process for each piece.
APRIL 17-19 OR APRIL 20-22, 2026 | TORONTO, ON
Freedom As Method: A Week-Long Ceramic Intensive with Grace Han - Discover a transformative approach to working with clay, one that prioritizes instinct, repetition, exploration, and the freedom to follow your ideas wherever they lead.
MAY 18-22, 2026 | BURLINGTON, ON
Come Fire With Us: A friendly Wood-fired Pottery Retreat in the heart of PEC. This workshop is geared towards those with clay experience and an interest in exploring atmospheric firing; wood firing experience is not required.
ONGOING DATES | 4 DAY WORKSHOPS | PICTON, ON
VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS WITH NAOMI CLEMENT- Naomi teaches workshops and gives lectures across Canada and the US. These days she is teaching a wide range of virtual workshops—from instructional how-to sessions, to professional development workshops, or longer mentorship sessions, there is something for everyone.
ON DEMAND WITH PURCHASE | ONLINE
GLASS EDUCATION EXCHANGE (GEEX)
GEEX TALKS SEASON 6: GEEX SHORTS -The GEEX (Glass Education Exchange) Talks lecture series features outstanding artists and researchers within and beyond the field of glass.
ONGOING | ONLINE
EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS
Designed to connect artists and audiences beyond geographic boundaries, CONNECT ONLINE, FUSION's annual virtual exhibition, offers an accessible platform to experience the depth and diversity of clay and glass practices from across the community.
JAN 2026 - JAN 2027 | ONLINE
DesignTO is a charitable arts organization that believes design can create a sustainable, just, and joyful world. It is Canada’s largest celebration of design, forming Toronto’s design week.
JAN 23-FEB 1, 2026 | TORONTO, ON
CARNEGIE GALLERY
Sydni Weatherson: The View from Here, with You. Sydni Weatherson is a multidisciplinary artist working primarily in blown and engraved glass. This show explores abstracted landscapes and the hazy details when recalling a memory, as told through the surface of a vase.
FEB 6 – MAR 1, 2026 | DUNDAS, ON
Reception: Friday, February 6, 7-9:30pm
Artist talk: Sunday, February 15, 1-2pm
EMERGING DIRECTIONS showcases the results of a year-long group ceramic mentorship led by Angelo di Petta, featuring new works by 10 potters from Hill Potters’ Guild.
JAN 30-FEB 1, 2026 | RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO
CALLS FOR ENTRY
Interested in participating in the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour? We are now accepting artist applications to the 2026 tour. KAST offers the public a chance to view art in the working spaces of artists, while artists get the opportunity to share their practice, connect with potential supporters, and promote their work.
DEADLINE: FEB 1, 2026 | PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON
Riverdale ArtWalk is one of Toronto’s premier outdoor art exhibitions and is consistently rated amongst the top shows for local art lovers and collectors. Showcasing established and emerging artists, Riverdale ArtWalk is a two-day, juried, fine art show.
Early Bird Deadline: FEB 8, 2026
Final Deadline: MAR 15, 2026
Ceramics Monthly 2026 Emerging Artist Contest - All ceramic artists, both US and international, who have been actively pursuing a career in ceramics for 10 years or less, are invited to apply to the Ceramics Monthly Emerging Artist competition.
DEADLINE: FEB 8, 2026 | WORLDWIDE
SOBEY ART AWARD: Nominations for the 2026 Sobey Art Award are now open! The Sobey Art Award, recognized as one of the world’s most generous privately funded prizes for contemporary visual artists, is open to Canadian artists of all ages.
DEADLINE: FEB 14, 2026 | CANADA
CALL FOR ARTISTS - For more than 50 years, from May to October, our past and present highly creative members have presented fine original works of art from painting, woodwork, sculpture and ceramics to glass art, fibre art, photography and jewellery.
DEADLINE: FEB 15, 2026 | STRATFORD, ON
TerraTerre | 2026: FRAGMENTS - a new biennial exhibition focused on contemporary ceramic sculpture in Canada with the inaugural theme, FRAGMENTS, invites artists to engage with ideas of incompleteness, memory, and transformation through their work. Three winners will be selected by our jury and be awarded prizes, along with having their winning works shown in two Montreal galleries for a total of a further six weeks.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN: JAN 6, 2026 | MONTREAL, QC
DEADLINE: FEB 16, 2026
Showcase your work at Canada’s largest outdoor art fair. TOAF is a juried art Fair dedicated to independent artists and original artworks across all disciplines. Artists are selected for artistic excellence, originality, and consistency of ideas and design.
DEADLINE: FEB 27, 2026 | TORONTO, ON
DEADLINE WITH LATE FEE: MARCH 6, 2026
CALL FOR EXHIBITION ENTRIES: INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF GLASS (International Bead + Jewellery Biennale, International GAS Member Exhibition) - The International Festival of Glass takes place every two years in the UK and is the only festival in the UK that celebrates glass.
DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2026 | ENGLAND
CALL FOR ENTRY: Submissions are now open for the Spring 2026 Emerging Artist Spotlight in FUSION Magazine. Each issue of FUSION Magazine highlights one clay artist and one glass artist, offering a platform to share fresh perspectives and inspiring new work from across Ontario’s vibrant community.
DEADLINE: MAR 2, 2026 | WORLDWIDE
CALL FOR PITCHES: We are now accepting pitches for articles, features, interviews, and essays of craft makers/archives/movements, on the theme of POSSIBILITY. Craft remains a steadfast stronghold in our lives, from the textiles we wear to the ceramics we use. Amongst the buzz du jour (AI slop), the handmade is not only a resurgence but a necessity. At the core of making is possibility; the manifestation of ideas into craft. What does craft teach about the current moment, and what is to come?
DEADLINE: MARCH 2, 2026 | CANADA
This exhibition offers artists working in all media the opportunity to have their work evaluated by three visual art professionals serving as jurors. The public can discover a variety of artwork exploring ideas and themes by contemporary artists from all over Ontario while the Curator has the chance to engage with hundreds of Ontario-based artists.
PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MARCH 6, 2026 | STOUFVILLE, ON
ARTWORK DROP-OFF DATE: MARCH 9, 2026
CALL FOR ENTRY: 2026 Northern Ontario Juried Exhibition. The Thunder Bay Art Gallery is thrilled to announce the return of the Northern Ontario Juried Exhibition in 2026. This triannual exhibition showcases art from across Northern Ontario, bringing together artists from a spectrum of lived experiences.
SUBMISSIONS OPEN: JAN 15, 2026
DEADLINE: MAR 31, 2026 | THUNDER DAY, ON
50 OVER 50: Interviews - We're seeking artists 50+ who embody resilience, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to their practice—artists who are STILL CREATING, STILL CONTRIBUTING, STILL LEADING.
ONGOING CALL | WORLDWIDE
OPPORTUNITIES
Dream job in paradise: Full Time Glassblowing Instructor and Glass Assistant. Hands on Glassblowing Experience in Maui. Must have at least 5 years experience in the glass studio. Experience teaching classes preferred. Pay starting at $25/hr. Please email resume to: MakaiApply@gmail.com
OPEN UNTIL FILLED | MAUI, HI
CERAMIC LABORATORY 2026: 14th International Ceramic Art Symposium
Taking place April 26 – May 16, 2026 in Daugavpils, Latvia, the symposium attracts the world’s leading ceramic artists who spend almost three weeks in a shared studio space, which is fully equipped for different firing techniques – from electric and wood firing to more experimental technologies.
DEADLINE: JAN 31, 2026 | WORLDWIDE
COMMUNITY ARTS PROGRAMMING GRANT: This grant supports community-based arts programming by and for artists aged 13-29 from equity-deserving populations in Toronto. Access resources, attend info sessions, and get 1-1 support before applying!
DEADLINE: FEB 1, 2026 | TORONTO, ON
CALL FOR ENTRY: Gardiner Museum Curatorial Residency. This residency provides the successful applicant with a paid opportunity to conceive, research, and produce a small-scale museum exhibition and gain experience in a professional environment.
DEADLINE: FEB 13, 2025 | TORONTO, ON
Nominations Open for the Robert Jekyll Award for Leadership in Craft. Named for Robert Jekyll, past president of the CCF/FCMA and stained glass artist, this annual award celebrates the volunteers, educators, administrators, advocates, and makers who give their time, energy, and expertise to strengthen our community.
DEADLINE: FEB 23, 2026 | CANADA
Nominations Open for the Craftsperson of the Year and the Emerging Craftsperson Awards - These awards, valued at $10,000 each, recognize an accomplished craftsperson and a talented early to mid-career craftsperson.
DEADLINE: FEB 27, 2026 | CANADA
The Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum invites artists to submit their application for its 2026 artist residency. This CARFAC paid residency is for 10 months including two months of exhibition starting in November 2026. The program is open to artists working in all media and living within 100 km of Ottawa. Works produced through the residency must have a connection to the Diefenbunker, the Cold War, or related themes.
DEADLINE: MARCH 6, 2026 | OTTAWA, ON
CRAFTS PROJECT GRANTS - The program supports craft-based practices through grants to Ontario-based artists, curators, ad hoc groups, collectives and organizations.
DEADLINE: NOV 4, 2026 | ONTARIO
Monthly Microgrants - From September 2025 to July 2026, The Color Network is pleased to offer two grants of $100 USD per month for artists of color working in ceramics. These grants are intended to support artists of color working in ceramics to use at their discretion and are selected by lottery. Applications open the on the first of each month and close at 11:59PM ET the last Sunday of each month.
ONGOING | WORLDWIDE
