Stories from Community Arts: Connecting Students & The Community

Community Arts projects inspire students across Port Chester and beautify our village.

Kelsie DaltonJune 16, 2026Community ArtsComment

Living A Dream, Riding A Wave: Second-Year Residents' Exhibition

As Artists-in-residence Carley Holzem, Christine Raposas, and Stephanie Perez prepare for their group exhibition at Clay Art Center, they reflect on what’s changed since their first resident exhibitions.

Kelsie DaltonJune 12, 2026Artist-in-Residence, ExhibitionComment

Kicking Off Summer at Clay Art Center

We’re kicking off summer at Clay Art Center, and Port Chester is bustling with community events and gatherings.

Kelsie DaltonJune 4, 2026Community, Port Chester, Community ArtsComment

Pioneering Ceramicist Toshiko Takaezu

Toshiko Takaezu was one of the most influential ceramicists and ceramics teachers of the 20th century. Learn more about her life, impact, and connection to Clay Art Center.

Kelsie DaltonMay 28, 2026Artists, Exhibitions, HistoryComment

The Memory of Pots: Naoko Tanikawa and Sally Ng

Naoko Tanikawa and Sally Ng, both featured artists for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and part of the fabric of the Clay Art Center community, reflect on cultural influences in their work.

Kelsie DaltonMay 18, 2026AAPI Month, ArtistsComment

Exploring the Archives at Clay Art Center

Clay Art Center’s nearly 70 years of history has produced a rich archival collection that opens a window on the past.

Kelsie DaltonMay 14, 2026ExhibitionsComment

Jamie Lee's Handbuilding Journey

Jamie Lee is a Clay Art Center Artist, instructor, and one of the Spotlights for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Learn more about her clay path.

Kelsie DaltonMay 6, 2026Artists, AAPI MonthComment

Made In Earnest: Jon Townley's Inspiration & Process

Meet artist and instructor Jon Townley, and learn more about the processes behind the work in his solo exhibition, Made In Earnest.

Kelsie DaltonApril 28, 2026ExhibitionsComment

Earth Month: Reducing Water Usage

Clay Art Center staff and artists share their tips for reducing water usage this Earth Month.

Kelsie DaltonApril 16, 2026Comment

Stories from Community Arts: Carver Center Teen Class Begins

This week marks the start of the new teen clay classes with the Carver Center, a local nonprofit with a big impact.

Kelsie DaltonApril 6, 2026Community ArtsComment

That's a Wrap! NCECA 2026: Volumes

Last week, Clay Art Center staff traveled to Detroit, Michigan to take part in the 60th annual NCECA conference, Volumes.

Kelsie DaltonApril 2, 2026Comment

Strengthening Connections: Creative Forces Community Engagement Grant Convening

At the recent Creative Forces grant convening in Washington D.C., arts organizations from across the country shared strategies for effectively serving the veteran community.

Kelsie DaltonMarch 25, 2026Community ArtsComment

Meet Maria From The Carver Center Youth Employment Program

Meet Maria, a former Clay Art Center student and current studio assistant, thanks to our partnership with the Carver Center’s Youth Employment Program.

Kelsie DaltonMarch 19, 2026Community ArtsComment

Finding Space and Time: The Clay Art Center Artist Program

As our annual Clay Art Center Artists exhibition goes on view, learn more about the Artist Program that sustains the participating artists.

Kelsie DaltonMarch 9, 2026Exhibitions, Gallery, Art, Pottery, Ceramics, SculptureComment

Camaraderie Through Clay: Veterans Classes

Clay Art Center veterans classes, which began in November thanks to a Creative Forces Grant, are expanding to reach more veterans.

Kelsie DaltonMarch 4, 2026Comment

Tips & Techniques: Outdoor Ceramics

As the winter weather continues to pile snow and ice outside, we caught up with Studio Manager August and Studio Technician Sarah to learn more about ceramics and the elements.

Kelsie DaltonFebruary 26, 2026Comment

Reflections in Clay: In Celebration of Black History Month

Clay Art Center student Dale Rascoe reflects on her family’s history and what it means to her to celebrate Black History Month and Kwanzaa with clay.

Kelsie DaltonFebruary 17, 2026Black History MonthComment

Stories from Rising Stars: Sticking With It

Rising Star Elise Margolis shares the ups and downs of making clay balloons.

Kelsie DaltonFebruary 10, 2026Exhibitions, Rising StarsComment

"Transforming tragedy into triumph": Bobby Scroggins on Black History Month

Artist Bobby Scroggins reflected on his clay journey and the importance of cultural heroes.

Kelsie DaltonFebruary 4, 2026Black History Month, Exhibitions, ArtistsComment

A Community Celebration of Rising Stars | Una celebración comunitaria de estrellas emergentes

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Opening Reception of the Rising Stars annual student exhibition! | ¡Gracias a todos los que nos acompañaron en la inauguración de la exposición anual de estudiantes Estrellas en Ascenso!

Kelsie DaltonJanuary 26, 2026Exhibitions, Community ArtsComment

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Community Arts projects inspire students across Port Chester and beautify our village.

As Artists-in-residence Carley Holzem, Christine Raposas, and Stephanie Perez prepare for their group exhibition at Clay Art Center, they reflect on what’s changed since their first resident exhibitions.

We’re kicking off summer at Clay Art Center, and Port Chester is bustling with community events and gatherings.

Toshiko Takaezu was one of the most influential ceramicists and ceramics teachers of the 20th century. Learn more about her life, impact, and connection to Clay Art Center.

Naoko Tanikawa and Sally Ng, both featured artists for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and part of the fabric of the Clay Art Center community, reflect on cultural influences in their work.

Clay Art Center’s nearly 70 years of history has produced a rich archival collection that opens a window on the past.

Meet artist and instructor Jon Townley, and learn more about the processes behind the work in his solo exhibition, Made In Earnest.

Clay Art Center staff and artists share their tips for reducing water usage this Earth Month.

This week marks the start of the new teen clay classes with the Carver Center, a local nonprofit with a big impact.

Last week, Clay Art Center staff traveled to Detroit, Michigan to take part in the 60th annual NCECA conference, Volumes.

Meet Maria, a former Clay Art Center student and current studio assistant, thanks to our partnership with the Carver Center’s Youth Employment Program.

Clay Art Center veterans classes, which began in November thanks to a Creative Forces Grant, are expanding to reach more veterans.

As the winter weather continues to pile snow and ice outside, we caught up with Studio Manager August and Studio Technician Sarah to learn more about ceramics and the elements.

Rising Star Elise Margolis shares the ups and downs of making clay balloons.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Opening Reception of the Rising Stars annual student exhibition! | ¡Gracias a todos los que nos acompañaron en la inauguración de la exposición anual de estudiantes Estrellas en Ascenso!

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