Katie Truk: Stretched Sculpture
Katie Truk wants to prove pantyhose are more than just a torture device for women. Truk is a multi-media artist who creates colorful, enchanting three-dimensional work with pantyhose, wire, a sewing needle and thread.
Claybash 2023 debuting in the main gallery, marks the first in a series of triennial exhibitions showcasing a diverse range of contemporary ceramics from innovative artists across the U.S. Jennifer Martin, executive director of The Clay Studio in Philadelphia, serves as this year’s juror.
HAM’s interest in ceramics traces back to the 1960s when Toshiko Takaezu, a Hunterdon County resident recognized as one of the world’s most influential ceramic artists, actively participated at the museum.
Throughout its 70-year history, HAM has hosted numerous solo and group ceramic shows, many curated by Hildreth York and Ingrid Renard. “Claybash 2023” is dedicated to York, an art historian, curator, and longtime supporter of the museum, acknowledging the pivotal role she played in strengthening HAM and the profound impact her work and wisdom had on the museum’s exhibitions program.
Jennifer D. Martin is the Executive Director of The Clay Studio, Philadelphia, and is also an accomplished artist. Her ceramic work is nationally recognized in numerous exhibitions and publications.
Susan Beiner
Shannon Blakey
Sally Brogden
Mary Crenshaw
Chad Curtis
Cheryl Harper
Donté Hayes
Doug Herren
Michael High
Heather Kaplan
Lori Katz
Josephine Mette Larsen
Clay Leonard
Wendy Liss
Elaine Lorenz
Joan Lurie
Bill Macholdt
Andrea Marquis
Tony Moore
Deborah Morris
David Morrison
Rebecca Murtaugh
Megumi Naitoh
Lisa Naples
Douglas Navarra
Mari Ogihara
Russ Orlando
Joni Maya Oye
Emily Palmer
Jeanine Pennell
Brian Peters
Elisabeth Quatrano
Debbie Reichard
Claire Shenk Rodgers
Jennifer Rosseter
Raina Semenick
Rebecca Stevens
Judi Tavill
George Taylor
Skeff Thomas
Mila Vovk
Mallory Wetherell
‘Claybash’ group show at Hunterdon Art Museum is full of ceramic surprises
In addition to inspiring people with our classes, we spark imaginations with world-class art installed on our terrace and in our galleries. We maintain the beautiful stone mill that deepens your ties with the past and provide a gathering place for your family and friends on the Toshiko Takaezu Terrace. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation so that we may continue educating, challenging, and inspiring community through the arts.
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Katie Truk wants to prove pantyhose are more than just a torture device for women. Truk is a multi-media artist who creates colorful, enchanting three-dimensional work with pantyhose, wire, a sewing needle and thread.