"City Sine Cera" is guest-curated by Heather Nameth Bren, ceramic artist and educator. “Sine Cera” is the root form of "sincerity," from the Latin meaning “without wax.” When Romans made pots, they often sealed the base with wax, claiming they were watertight, but in time the wax melted or wore away, rendering the pots useless for liquids.Pots not finished with wax were inscribed “Sine Cera” to prove that they were sound, and from this evolved the word “sincere.” "City Sine Cera" exhibiting artists will scrutinize the conceptual and material language inspired by a sincere inquiry into the urban landscape.

The Clay Center’s spring exhibition of Warren MacKenzie Advancement Award (WMAA) alumni artists will share with our constituents the successes, challenges, and new directions in creative pursuits of this unique and beneficial granting program.

Opening reception May 4, 6 - 8 p.m.