Supporting ceramics' next generation

At each fair, we reserve a fully funded exhibitor place for a ceramic artist who has been practising independently for less than one year.

The New Potter Place is designed to give emerging talent an encouraging first opportunity to present work, meet visitors and become part of the wider ceramics community.

You do not need an established business or an extensive exhibition history. We are looking for originality, enthusiasm and a developing personal voice.

A little space for a new ceramicist to be discovered.

We know how exciting - and sometimes daunting - those first steps into selling your ceramics can be.
That’s why we’re offering one free exhibitor place at Chester Ceramics Fair to a new ceramicist who has started their creative journey within the last year. There’s no need to have years of experience, a huge collection or a polished studio setup. We’re interested in your story, your work and where you’re heading next.

The New Potter Place is completely free and includes a 6ft x 3ft exhibitor space at the fair.

Next event:

The Storyhouse, Chester
Sunday 15th November
Fair open: 9.30am–2.30pm
Set-up: from 8.30am
New Potter Place: Free

Also includes a piece in our 2 week special display at books on the walls (see Exhibitor page for more info)

Preference will be given to ceramicists based in Chester and the surrounding area, within approximately 25 miles of the city. The successful applicant will also receive an Exhibitor Directory profile and display board space, giving visitors another opportunity to discover your work.

Applications are open throughout September, with submissions closing on 30 September.

Ready to take your first step?

Tell Us About You

1. Your name / studio name

2. When did you start making ceramics?
Please tell us roughly when you began your ceramic journey.

3. Tell us about your journey into clay.
What made you start? Was there a particular moment, class or experience that sparked your interest?

4. What are you making at the moment?
Tell us about the ceramics you’re creating and what you enjoy making most.

5. What are you currently learning or experimenting with?
We’d love to hear about the things you’re trying, discovering or still figuring out.

6. What inspires you?

7. What would exhibiting at Chester Ceramics Fair mean to you?

8. What are you hoping to do with your ceramics next?
Tell us about your plans, ambitions or simply what you’d love to explore.

Show Us Your Work

9. Instagram / social media:
10. Website or online shop, (if you have one)
11. Please upload 3–5 photographs of your work.
Don’t worry about having professional photographs, we simply want to see what you’re making. Under 500kb. Jpegs.

One Last Question…

12. If you could give your future ceramicist-self one piece of advice, what would it be?

Apply here

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