"VITRIFIED: Conversations Through Contemporary Ceramics" is curated by Juan Vallejo & Ed Escobedo, and features artists: Cassia Allen, Taylor Bowman, Ed Escobedo, Michael Foerster, Ovidio Giberga, Elyse Grams, Susi Lopera, Juan Vallejo, Mary Wuest.

The artists featured in VITRIFIED are current students, faculty, and alumni of UTSA and feature their work in contemporary ceramics. The artists express personal, social, and various subject matter through the versatility of clay. 

With a range of sculptural to functional wares the artists employ various forms and techniques that aim to promote the importance of the ceramic arts. The artists share the common trait of being part of the UTSA organization and are examples of what the institution has produced and their impact in the local ceramic arts community, both locally and nationally. 

The artists show their respective skills and aesthetic from incorporating mixed media to the delicate application of slip and glaze creating work that proves that ceramics are not limited to the familiar dinnerware. The rich history of ceramic art is present in the exhibited work with a contemporary view that each artist wishes to express and communicate with their own personal approach. 

Exhibit runs August 2-18, 2018
Opening Reception: Thursday, August 2, 6-9 p.m.
First Friday: August 3, 6-9 p.m.

This exhibition is free and open to the public. Regular Hours: Thursday-Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. or by appointment. Contact Houston.Fryer@utsa.edu or 210-758-6246.