Continuum of Clay

This exhibition celebrates the enduring legacy and contemporary contributions of MECA&D’s Ceramics Program alumni. Continuum of Clay coincides with the 30th anniversary of Watershed’s Salad Days, where the 2025 Salad Days Artist in Residence is MECA&D alum Emily Armstrong ‘15. This convergence underscores the vibrant contributions of the MECA&D Ceramics community to the broader art world.

Curated by Patrick Coughlin, Ceramics Program Chair at MECA&D, and Kari E. Radasch (BFA Faculty, BFA ’97), the invitational exhibition features a diverse array of ceramic works from over 30 years of alumni. The show explores the breadth of talent emerging from MECA&D, highlighting the impact these artists have made on the field of contemporary ceramics.

The exhibition closing reception will take place in conjunction with the Salad Days VIP Garden Party on Friday, July 11th, offering attendees a unique opportunity to engage with the artists and their work.

Participating artists in the exhibition include:

• Emily Armstrong ’15
• Celeste Cashmore ’23
• Adam Chau ’10
• Megan Foster ’15
• Emmett Freeman ’17
• Emmett Jorgensen ’24
• Adrian King ’12
• Ruchika Madan ’93
• Kari E. Radasch ’97
• Libby Scutt ’23
• Piper Smith ’20
• Sam Thompson ’13
• Anna Marie Valenti ’20
• Nathan Willever ’11
• Patti A. Sandberg ’20
• Yessenia Manrique ’25