THE Clunes Ceramic Award committee have postponed their entry deadline and showcase until 2022.<\/p>\n
Committee chair Graeme Johnstone said it was a sad decision to make, but the safest choice, considering COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria and beyond.<\/p>\n
Some ceramicists who enter the award are local, but many live and practice outside of the state.<\/p>\n
\u201cDespite granting extension for entries, the number of submissions were greatly reduced by restrictions on studio use, shortage of class clay and physical limitations of ceramic artists,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cCurrent COVID restrictions are varied across all states and lockdowns are managed in different ways.<\/p>\n
\u201cPhysical attendances may be in doubt, or limited, and a physical exhibition is essential for both artists and judges, not to mention visitors and those who purchase works of such a high value.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr Johnstone said the committee also wished to avoid any potential transportation issues generated by the pandemic for ceramic artists posting their piece or works.<\/p>\n
The Clunes Ceramic Award committee are also aware that their sponsors have been negatively affected by recent lockdowns.<\/p>\n
\u201cDates will be distributed widely about November or December, hopefully,\u201d Mr Johnstone said.<\/p>\n
\u201cEntries that have already been submitted will be retained as entries. If artists wish to replace their entry, that can be done, and new entries can be submitted under dates advertised widely towards the end of 2021.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are very keen to have an exceptional award and exhibition. Our sponsors are keen, as are the viewing public.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr Johnstone said committee was grateful to entering ceramic artists, judges, sponsors, volunteers, and the Clunes community for their support in ensuring the event is a success when it can safely go ahead.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
THE Clunes Ceramic Award committee have postponed their entry deadline and showcase until 2022. Committee chair Graeme Johnstone said it was a sad decision to make, but the safest choice, considering COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria and beyond. Some ceramicists who enter the award are local, but many live and practice outside of the state. \u201cDespite […]<\/p>\n