Portrait of a Kiln

Portrait of a Kiln: 2026 is a traveling exhibition by Crossdraft Ceramics Gallery, showcasing the work of eight ceramic artists from across North America that provides an intimate view into their lives through photography, written narratives and work from each artist’s own kiln.

This exhibition provides viewers an intimate glimpse into the working lives of each artist through the lens of their relationship with their kilns. To those who work in clay, the kiln is central to their creative practice. Each of the kilns featured in this exhibition are as unique as the artists’ work that emerges from them. This exhibition celebrates the flame, time and fortitude that these artists harness, framing their work in the warm light of the firing process and presenting the objects that they create as an extension of the lives and lifestyles that they have grown into as working artists.

Curated and organized by Richard Munster and featuring work from Josh Copus, Emma Smith, David Banga, Josh Scott, Katie Wargo, Will Dickert, Candice Hensley and Herrick Smith, Portrait of a Kiln: 2026 will run from August 1 – September 30, with an opening reception on August 1 from 4-7 pm.