CALL FOR ENTRY
DEADLINE: APRIL 7, 2026
FUSION is delighted to launch the Call for Entry for the inaugural Henry Goodman Exhibition for Emerging Artists. This new juried exhibition invites emerging ceramic and glass artists to respond to the theme GATHERING with functional or sculptural work completed since January 2024.
“What does gathering mean to you?” We want to see work that reflects your interpretation of this theme. Alongside your submission, share your artist statement to unpack the meaning and context of your work.
The exhibition will be juried by Chukwudubem Ukaigwe, 2025 Sobey Art Award finalist.
Exhibition Schedule & Venues:
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Art Gallery of Burlington, Burlington, ON: May 21 – June 21, 2026
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Rails End Gallery, Haliburton, ON: July 15 – September 8, 2026
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Neilson Park Creative Arts Centre, Mississauga, ON: September 21 – October 11, 2026
The exhibition will be accompanied by a digital catalogue.
Open to FUSION members who meet our emerging artist definition:
An emerging artist is in the early stages of their professional career, developing a distinct artistic voice, building a focused body of work, and committing to a sustained ceramic or glass practice. Emerging artists may be formally trained or self-taught. They are actively working toward public presentation through exhibitions, sales, residencies, teaching, or other professional opportunities. Emerging status is not tied to age; it is inclusive of artists at any life stage newly establishing a professional practice.
You must be a FUSION member to apply.
To join FUSION, please click here.
Application Deadline: April 7, 2026
Successful recipients will be contacted by email by April 20, 2026.
MEET THE JUROR
CHUKWUDUBEM UKAIGWE
Chukwudubem Ukaigwe is an artist, curator and writer born in Lagos, Nigeria. He works in ceramics, sound, video and installation, often mixing these materials to tell stories in fresh and unexpected ways. His clay pieces play with form and surface, sometimes blending traditional techniques with experimental ideas. Collaboration is a big part of his practice, and he enjoys building projects with community members and other artists. Chukwudubem is a founding member of Patterns Collective, graduated with a BFA from the University of Manitoba and was recently shortlisted for the 2025 Sobey Art Award.
ABOUT HENRY GOODMAN
My name is Alexa Young
This exhibition honours the legacy of Henry Goodman, a devoted ceramic artist and passionate supporter of emerging talent. Henry graduated as Valedictorian from Central Technical School in Toronto and forged a successful career in advertising before health challenges in his early forties turned his focus fully to art.
Henry devoted himself to his studio practice, taught glazing at OCAD University, led art classes at Cummer Middle School, and served as President of FUSION in the 1990s. His blend of creative excellence and generous mentorship enriched the clay and glass community. His deep commitment to early-career artists continues to inspire the field today.
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