Description

The Hyde Art Gallery and the Grossmont College Ceramics Program proudly presents VIEWPOINT: Ceramics 2026, the latest chapter in a storied ceramics exhibition series that began in 1977. Returning for Spring 2026, this juried showcase reimagines the spirit of the seminal VIEWPOINT exhibitions, which brought together artists from across Southern California to explore diverse perspectives in contemporary ceramic practice. Building on the legacy of past iterations, in ‘77, ‘78, ‘79, ‘80, ’81, ‘83, ’98, ‘99, ’04, & ’06, VIEWPOINT: Ceramics 2026 celebrates the enduring relevance and creative range of ceramics as both a functional craft and a conceptual art form. From sculptural installations and experimental surfaces to refined vessel forms and narrative-driven works, this exhibition offers a vibrant snapshot of what it means to be a ceramic artist today. IMPORTANT DATES: SUBMISSION DEADLINE: October 24th, 2025 ARTIST NOTIFICATION: November 7th, 2025 POSTMARK DEADLINE: December 12th, 2025 IN-PERSON ARTWORK DELIVERY: Jan 12th, 13th, 14th, 2026 between 10am-2pm each day EXHIBITION DATES: February 2nd – March 4th, 2026 RECEPTION: Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 from 4-6pm IN-PERSON ARTWORK RETRIEVAL: March 5th, 6th, & 9th, 2026 between 10am-2pm each day Artists requesting return shipment of their artwork must provide prepaid shipping. Please note that all artwork will be repackaged using the original shipping materials whenever possible.