Annual High School Ceramics Exhibition - American Museum of Ceramic Art

Overview

Since 2014, AMOCA has hosted an annual juried exhibition showcasing high school students studying the ceramic arts. Starting with the 2026 exhibition, AMOCA introduced its first hybrid exhibition in over 6 years, featuring both a virtual showcase and in-person display of category winners.

Eligibility

Entrants must be currently enrolled in high school in the United States.

What to Submit

• Up to 2 different artworks per application, with up to 2 images per piece
• Work must be at least 60% ceramic
• Max height of 27″
• Works may be made using air dry clay, oven-baked clay, or claymation video
• Teachers may submit on behalf of a student but must provide student contact information; each application requires a unique email address

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through SlideRoom during the month of March. Teachers may submit on a student's behalf but must provide the student's contact information.

Fees

Applications are free.

Exhibition

Selected winners' works will be on display in person at the American Museum of Ceramic Art in Summer 2026. A virtual gallery of the exhibition is available online.

Questions

Email Education Manager Chinelo Ufondu at [email protected].