ClayHouston

Join us TODAY for our June Clay Conversations!
This month we have artists Michael and Gaye Lynn who will speak about their journey as ceramic artists and the Texas Clay Fest — its origin, their personal involvement over the years, how it has shaped their work, and what to expect in 2026.
The first hour will act as a casual happy hour, followed by a second hour of a loosely structured discussion with Michael and Gaye Lynn, open to questions.
Bring a friend, make a new friend, grab a drink and join US!
Thursday June 18th 2026 6-8pm
New Magnolia Brewing Co
1616 Bevis St Houston Texas.
Michael and Gaye Lynn graduated from Texas A&M University in 1978 ; in 1981 they established a studio, east of Austin, Texas. Since then, they have furthered their education through workshops, the daily practice of work in clay, and the wisdom of the generous clay community. In 1985 built out their first wood fired kiln. The effects that are achieved in wood firing continue to influence their glaze choices and surface treatments.
 
After 40 years in clay, they find that the things that fuel their enthusiasm for the craft today are the same things that drew them to pottery in the first place: their love of function and form, passion for the process of making pots, and the joy they find in using hand made pottery.

SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN
Texas Tributaries is a juried regional show, bringing together ceramic artists from Texas and neighboring states to explore the connections that shape our creative communities.
How are we connected by clay? How do we create community across distances? And how do these relationships nourish creative soil?
Inspired by Houston’s waterways and the tributaries that carry people, ideas, and resources across the region, this exhibition examines the unique bonds shared by artists throughout Texas and beyond.
Monterosso Gallery, Houston, Texas
Submissions open: (Today) June 15- September 1
Exhibition Dates: November 13 - December 4
Join us for the Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony:
November 13 / 6-8 PM
We’re honored to welcome juror Anna Mayer Anna Mayer for this special evening celebrating outstanding contemporary ceramic work from across the region.
We hope you’ll join us as we explore the rich networks of artists, communities, and creative exchange that continue to shape ceramics in Texas and its neighboring states.

Join us for our June Clay Conversations!
This month we have artists Michael and Gaye Lynn who will speak about their journey as ceramic artists and the Texas Clay Fest — its origin, their personal involvement over the years, how it has shaped their work, and what to expect in 2026.
The first hour will act as a casual happy hour, followed by a second hour of a loosely structured discussion with Michael and Gaye Lynn, open to questions.
Bring a friend, make a new friend, grab a drink and join US!
Thursday June 18th 2026 6-8pm
New Magnolia Brewing Co
1616 Bevis St Houston Texas.
Michael and Gaye Lynn graduated from Texas A&M University in 1978 ; in 1981 they established a studio, east of Austin, Texas. Since then, they have furthered their education through workshops, the daily practice of work in clay, and the wisdom of the generous clay community. In 1985 built out their first wood fired kiln. The effects that are achieved in wood firing continue to influence their glaze choices and surface treatments.
 
After 40 years in clay, they find that the things that fuel their enthusiasm for the craft today are the same things that drew them to pottery in the first place: their love of function and form, passion for the process of making pots, and the joy they find in using hand made pottery.

Texas Tributaries is a juried regional show, bringing together ceramic artists from Texas and neighboring states to explore the connections that shape our creative communities.
How are we connected by clay? How do we create community across distances? And how do these relationships nourish creative soil?
Inspired by Houston’s waterways and the tributaries that carry people, ideas, and resources across the region, this exhibition examines the unique bonds shared by artists throughout Texas and beyond.
Monterosso Gallery, Houston, Texas
Submissions open: June 15- September 1
Exhibition Dates: November 13 – December 4
Join us for the Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony:
November 13 / 6–8 PM
We’re honored to welcome juror Anna Mayer for this special evening celebrating outstanding contemporary ceramic work from across the region.
We hope you’ll join us as we explore the rich networks of artists, communities, and creative exchange that continue to shape ceramics in Texas and its neighboring states.

Have a design idea that captures the spirit of our clay community? This is your chance to create the next official ClayHouston t-shirt! The winning design will be worn by our community and shared far beyond it.
Winner Receives:
• $200 cash prize
• A FREE ClayHouston t-shirt featuring their design
Blind juried selection.

✨ Submission Guidelines
• Free for ClayHouston members | $35 for non-members
• Design must be 100% original and created by you (no AI tools or design firms)
• Reflect the mission and spirit of ClayHouston
• One-sided design, single ink color
• Must include “ClayHouston” in the artwork
• One entry per person
• Artist signature may be included
• Submit a high-resolution vector file (.ai, .svg, or .eps, 300 dpi)
Ready to share your creativity with the ClayHouston community? Submit your design at the link in our bio

Join us for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and community as we celebrate Houston’s vibrant clay community with family and friends!
Saturday, August 29, 2026
1:00–3:00 PM
New Magnolia Brewery Co.

We’re excited to thank our members for their participation and support throughout the year with a relaxed social gathering packed with activities, including:
-Clay Bingo
-Live Music
-Ceramic Shot Glass Exchange
-T-Shirt Contest Announcement
-Silent Auction Fundraiser

Member Registration Includes:
1 beer ticket
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow clay enthusiasts, enjoy great company, and support ClayHouston through our silent auction fundraiser.
Tag your clay friends and save the date!

HoustonArtists

Clay Conversations combines an informative conversation about ceramics and a social hour.
This month artists Michael and Gaye Lynn will speak about their journey as ceramic artists and the Texas Clay Fest — its origin, their personal involvement over the years, how it has shaped their work, and what to expect in 2026.

The first hour will act as a casual happy hour, followed by a second hour of a loosely structured discussion with Susan, open to questions.
Bring a friend, make a new friend, grab a drink and join US!
Thursday June 18th 2026 6-8pm
New Magnolia Brewing Co
1616 Bevis St Houston Texas.

ClayHouston is excited to announce that submissions are now open for Bayou Mud, our 2026 Annual Members’ Show!
Just as clay is formed through the slow accumulation of earth and water, Houston itself is shaped by the bayous and waterways that connect our city. Bayou Mud celebrates those connections through a diverse showcase of ceramic artwork created by ClayHouston members across the Greater Houston area.
From functional pottery to sculptural works, this non-juried exhibition reflects the creativity, skill, and unique voices of our ceramic community.
Call Opens: June 5, 2026
Submission Deadline: August 20, 2026
Exhibition Dates: September 26 – October 31, 2026
Location: The Silos at Sawyer Yards, Bay 100
Juror: June Woest
Join us in celebrating the richness of Houston’s clay community and share your work with fellow artists and the public.
Current ClayHouston members are invited to apply. We can’t wait to see what you’ve been making!

Join us today for our May Clay Conversations!
This month we have artist Susan Budge, who will discuss how she developed her process for building and firing her large scale ceramics.
The first hour will act as a casual happy hour, followed by a second hour of a loosely structured discussion with Susan, open to questions.
Bring a friend, make a new friend, grab a drink and join US!
Thursday May 21st 2026 6-8pm
New Magnolia Brewing Co
1616 Bevis St Houston Texas.

Susan Budge (b. 1959) is an American sculptor working in clay and bronze with influences from Biomorphism and Surrealism. Budge holds a BFA from Texas Tech University, MA from University of Houston Clear Lake, MFA from University of Texas at San Antonio.

Budge’s work is in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian, the Honolulu Museum of Art, the Daum Museum of Contemporary Art, the Fuller Craft Museum, the San Antonio Museum of Art, the San Angelo Museum of Art, the Art Museum at Northern Arizona State University, the Art Museum of South Texas, the New Orleans Museum of Art. Her work has been in hundreds of exhibitions and is in private collections in the United Kingdom, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Greece, the United States, and Mexico.

Clay Conversations combines an informative conversation about ceramics and a social hour.
This month we have artist Susan Budge, who will discuss how she developed her process for building and firing her large scale ceramics.
The first hour will act as a casual happy hour, followed by a second hour of a loosely structured discussion with Susan, open to questions.
Bring a friend, make a new friend, grab a drink and join us!
Thursday May 21st 2026 6-8pm
New Magnolia Brewing Co
1616 Bevis St Houston Texas.