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Presentation proposals are limited to one submission per individual across all formats. Individuals who submit their own proposals may be listed as presenters on another applicant's proposal if it is for a multi-person presentation.
For questions about presentations, please contact: presentations@nceca.net
Upcoming Opportunities and Deadlines:
Presentation Proposals: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (11:59pm Eastern time zone)
Featured Exhibitions: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 (11:59pm Eastern time zone)
Emerging Artist Fellowships: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 (11:59pm Eastern time zone)
All other fellowships: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (11:59pm Eastern time zone)
Clay Around Town Exhibitions: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 (11:59pm Eastern time zone)
NCECA’s 61st conference, Charm, takes place in Baltimore, Maryland, March 10–13, 2027
Charm, the 61st annual conference of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) takes place from March 10–13, 2027. Your research, creativity, and knowledge can be shared with thousands of clay enthusiasts from throughout the U.S. and worldwide to learn from one another, investigate, and grow. The diverse qualities of Baltimore’s historic neighborhoods, the energy of its enterprising harbor, varied natural features, and the warmth of its people give rise to the identity of The Charm City.
The etymological roots of charm are connected to the Latin word carmen, meaning song or incantation. In modern usage, charm can be a quality, object, or action, and can function as an embellishment or a spell of transformation. Charm occupies a liminal space that resonates within the tactile materiality and elemental energy essential to ceramic art. Chance and intention, mysticism and meaning are the call and response in ceramic art's ancient and ever-evolving song of alchemical invention.
Across cultures and centuries, people have shaped earth and fire into forms of utility, beauty, and expression. Ceramic art has the power to make everyday life extraordinary. As we gather in Baltimore, a city of resilience and creative spirit, we invite you to consider how your work in clay enchants the world around you. Share your voice and vision in this celebration of ceramic arts - where tradition meets transformation, and material becomes meaning.