MAYDAY

Ceramics Exhibit

May 2, 2026

MAYDAY exhibit open to ceramic artists working with utilitarian or sculptural forms, whether thrown on the pottery wheel or created by hand-building techniques, who interpret the theme of May Day. Potential works might explore ideas of protest, labor, springtime renewal, calls for change, environmental reminders, or visions of color or growth for the future. This show will be part of the Evanston Made First Saturday arts events for May.

Show Exhibits SATURDAY MAY 2 ONLY

4-8pm

Alley Cat Studios - 821 Main St. Evanston IL 60202

KEY DATES:

April 20 - Application / Payment deadline

April 22 - Notification of Acceptance

April 28-30 - Artwork drop off (in person only)

May 2 - Exhibit (4 - 8pm)

May 3 - Pick up artwork (12-5pm)

APPLICATION

online below (up to 2 entries per application)

JPEG Images 1MB / artist statement preferred but not required

FEES

(up to 2 entries per application)

$10 general applicants

$5 student discount for current Alley Cat Studios Students / high school / college students

Fees can be paid using the donation button at the bottom of the page

fees are non-refundable

AWARDS

  • $100 Viewer Choice Award

  • Purchase award

  • $20 Blick Gift Certificate