With events during h.art week 

'Talking in Clay' Exhibition

‘Talking in Clay’ is an exhibition of artworks in clay by international, national and Herefordshire artists.  Clay is one of the most fundamental materials in society. We eat and drink from it, rely on it in engines, on rails and in mobile phones, to name a few. It is a highly practical medium, its material qualities and technical properties are known and utilised widely. Creatively speaking, clay is strangely a thornier subject. This exhibition gives a snapshot of the nature of ceramic art now and will highlight its strength as a creative medium.
Abstract to figurative to function to installation, the work in this show will reflect the activity in the contemporary ceramics world and the creative breadth that clay can cover. Jo Davies has brought together participating artists for what will be a breathtaking exhibition of work with related events during H.Art Week in September. The exhibition has been made possible with the support of The Courtyard, Hereford Council and Arts Council England.

Public events at the Courtyard during H.Art Week 10-18 September:
Ticketed events should be booked through Hereford Courtyard Box Office 01432 340555 or online

Friday 9 Sep

H.Art Opening Night 6-8:30pm (by invitation)
The Courtyard will host its grand opening for H.Art Week. Refreshments will be served for guests.

Gallery Talk by Nuala O’Donovan 7:30pm (Free)
An informal talk by Irish award-winning artist Nuala O’ Donovan . Listen to Nuala speak about the work she has on show and ask questions directly to her.

Sat 10 Sep

Family Pot Decorating Workshops with Amy Hughes. Session 1: 10-12am, Session 2: 2-4pm (£15 per pot)
Bring the family to decorate your very own pot with ceramic artist Amy Hughes. Start with a ‘blank’ pot and build up a personalised, beautiful pot that the whole family has enjoyed decorating. Up to 3 participants per pot, one ticket required for each pot.

‘Have a go’ – Throwing on the pottery wheel with Jo Davies. All day from 10am (£5, concessions £3.50)
Drop by and try your hand at throwing on the pottery wheel with potter Jo Davies. Tickets only available on the day.

Mon 12 Sep

Artist’s Talk by Jack Doherty 6:30pm (£10, concessions £8.50)
Jack Doherty is internationally renowned, his work is housed in collections all over the world, he is an award-winning maker with the wide respect of the ceramics world. His studio is based in Ross-on-Wye and has been working as the lead potter at the Leach Pottery for the last 3 years. He will speak about his experience in this historically important ceramics centre, his inspiration and influences.

Thurs 15 Sep

Artist’s Talk and Demonstration by Pierre Williams 6:30pm (£10, concessions £8.50)
Listen to Pierre speak about his inspiration and life as an artist. As well as seeing the way he makes his stunning
figurative sculpture.

Fri 16 until Sun 18 Sep

Re-creation of the Josh Redman Studio. Fri & Sat 12 noon – 7pm, Sunday 11am-4pm (Free)
Josh Redman will recreate his ceramics studio in the foyer of The Courtyard where he will make his sculpture in public, giving a true insight into the way a practicing artist works inside their normally private studio space. Watch the work progress over the three days that Josh will be resident.

Sun 18 Sep

Figures, Fragments and Alternative Surfaces Workshop By Edith Garcia 11:30am-4:30pm (£20) (Includes workshop, materials and Artist’s Talk.)
Join visiting artist Edith Garcia in a 1-day workshop that explores working with the figure in clay today. From figurative to abstract, Garcia will discuss a variety of artistic approaches. She will demonstrate various techniques to create large-scale figurative forms through slab construction. Discussions will include how to use other materials to enhance your sculptural work such as cast silicone, rubber, graphite, as well as other non-traditional surfaces and ceramic sealants.
For more information please visit www.nenadot.com.

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