Fur, Feathers, Familiars is a spirited celebration of the animal kingdom, explored through both functional and sculptural ceramics. From creatures that roam, fly, and burrow to the beloved companions that share our lives, this exhibition highlights the enduring inspiration animals provide to ceramic artists. Whimsical, reverent, and imaginative, the works transform clay into vessels and forms that honor the character, spirit, and symbolism of our fellow beings. Juried by ceramic artist and goat aficionado Christy Culp, the exhibition brings together a diverse range of voices and approaches, inviting viewers to experience the warmth, humor, and wonder of animals rendered in clay.

About Christy:
Christy Culp started working in clay at Indiana University of Pennsylvania when studying for her teaching degree in 1991. When not teaching high school art, she can be found in her barn studio which was featured in Ceramics Monthly “Studio Visit” in the fall of 2023. She has given workshops, lectures and curated cup shows in Western Pennsylvania and nationally for the K-12 Programming at the National Council for the Education of the Ceramics Arts. She has been featured on several pottery podcasts, including Ben Carter’s “Tales of a Red Clay Rambler. Most recently, Christy’s work was featured in “The Complete Guide to Low Fire Ceramics.” Her work is included in The Rosenfield Collection and can be found at Charlie Cummings Gallery.

AUGUST 8TH - SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2026

OPENING RECEPTION: SATURDAY, AUG 8TH, 5:30-8 PM

CLOSING RECEPTION: SATURDAY, SEPT 12TH, 5:30-7:30 PM

SPECIAL GUEST ARTISTS: CHRISTY CULP, ADAM MILLER, KAREN JAMES, LISA D. WATSON, DANA RICHARDSON, MARY HARTMAN, JESSICA BROAD, AND CLAIR BUCKNER