Off Center: An International Ceramic Competition

Featuring 80 works by artists from 21 states, Off Center is a testament to the strength and resilience of art-making during uncertain times. Despite the diversity within their practices, many of the exhibiting artists demonstrate a concern with the histories as well as the future of ceramics. This exhibition seeks to address the ways in which ceramics can draw attention to issues relevant to today’s world.

Artists such as Marianne McGrath and Ianna Frisby use found objects in their work, juxtaposing disparate elements to create intriguing new configurations. Combining ceramics with industrial remnants, McGrath’s installation Overgrown invites viewers to contemplate our changing surroundings and the often contentious relationship between nature and industry. McGrath is also an Assistant Professor and Director of Napa Galleries at CSU Channel Islands.