The Bascom Center for Visual Arts is always a popular attraction for locals and guests alike, but each year there are a few events that pack the exhibition and studio spaces with artists and art enthusiasts.
Friday and Saturday saw the Dave Drake Studio Barn filled with works from local potters as part of the 13th annual Studio Pottery Show and Sale. Guests were able to get a first hand look at some of The Bascom’s resident artists as they worked on new creations while picking out works for purchase.
The show and sale kicked off a series of pottery and ceramics related events that will continue with an artist reception for Barry Gregg at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2 at Highlands Sotheby’s. A selection of Gregg’s work will be available for purchase during the event and additional pieces can be found at The Bascom.
At 4 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8, The Bascom will host an artist talk with sculptors TJ Erdahl and Beau Raymond.
Erdahl has been creating and teaching art for over 25 years, working predominantly with the human figure sculpted in clay.
His art and background in education started at the University of Northern Iowa where he received his BA in Art Education and a BFA in Ceramics. Thaddeus went on to receive his MFA in Ceramics from the University of Florida where he was a University of Florida Alumni Fellowship recipient during his three years of graduate study, from 2006-2009.
Along with his many creative journeys in life Erdahl is also the head roaster and owner of ZAGGS Coffee a small craft coffee roasting company in Clarkesville, GA.
Raymond is currently a ceramic artist and clay studio manager in Johns Creek, Georgia. He received his B.A. from Nicholls State University Thibodaux, Louisiana and his M.F.A from the University of Florida. Raymond was born and raised in southern Louisiana in Cajun Country and his work tends to embrace the attitude of Laissez-Faire. His work is designed to evoke laughter and tell the viewer to relax and take it easy.
The events with Greeg, Erdahl and Raymond are free and open to the public.