Nine Toes Pottery

Ronan Peterson
Chapel Hill, NC

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Events

36th Annual Outdoor Art Show
March 13-16, 2008

Eastern Shore Art Center
Fairhope, AL
Show runs 10am to 5pm daily on Friday, Saturday and Sunday

The show is located on Oak Street in close proximity to the Eastern Shore Art Center. I am counting on having a large selection of new work, including Skull Steins, Gorignac Jars, and the ever popular Bud Vases. Go to easternshoreartcenter.com or call (251)928-2228 for more details.

Work by Pullen and Sertoma Arts Centers Ceramics Instructors
March 8-March 31, 2008

The Little Art Gallery in Cameron Village
Raleigh, NC
Opening Reception: Saturday, March 8, 3-5pm

This exhibition of work by ceramics instructors at Pullen and Sertoma Arts Centers includes work by Ronan Peterson, Gary Fuquay, Randy Hinson, Tara McGee, Ali Sobel-Read, and Jennifer Stas. You can call the gallery at (919) 890-4111 for more information. 

North Carolina Artists Exhibition
March 2-April 8, 2008

Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts
Raleigh, NC
Opening Reception: Sunday, March 2

The opening reception will be preceded by the Juror's Lecture, given by Dr. Lawrence Wheeler, Director of the North Carolina Museum of Art at the N.C. Museum of Art. Ronan has one piece in this show.

"Active Surfaces"
Frog Hollow Craft School

Middlebury, VT
Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, 2008
10am-4pm each day

In this hands-on workshop, we will look at thrown, utilitarian vessels, some altering techniques and a host of surface treatments, including slips, underglazes, terra sigallatas, patinas, glazes and different resist techniques. More information and registration info can be had at froghollow.org or by calling (802) 388-3177.

Strictly Functional Pottery National
Juried by Linda Arbuckle
April 18-June 27, 2008

Market House Craft Center
East Petersburg, PA

I have one piece in this exhibition that came down to 104 pieces out of 1038 applications! I am very honored to have one of my vessels chosen by the world renowned maiolica master, Linda Arbuckle. After the show ends, you can still view the online exhibiton at www.art-craftpa.com/exhibit.html.

Summer Exhibition Series
Summer 2008

Dow Studio
Deer Isle, ME

I have work at Dow Studio in Deer Isle, ME, hosted by Carole Ann Fer and Ellen Wieske. The 2008 Summer Series includes:

You can visit www.dowstudiodeerisle.com for more information.

4th Annual Potters Market Invitational
September 6, 2008, 10 am-4pm

Mint Museum of Art
Charlotte, NC

I am extremely honored to be included in this exhibiton and sale involving 40 of North Carolina's best ceramic artists. The sale includes potters from all over the state and will take place September 6, 2008, 10 am-4pm. You can visit www.mintmuseum.org/pottersmarket for directions and more details. Hope to see you there!

"Sticks and Stones"
September 20-November 1, 2008

A two person show including ceramics by Ronan Kyle Peterson and encaustic paintings by Peg Bachenheimer
Craven Allen Gallery
1106 1/2 Broad Street
Durham, NC
Opening Reception: Saturday, September 20, 2008, 5-7pm

I will have work at Craven Allen Gallery this fall in a two person show with Peg Bachheimer, an encaustic painter who lives in Carrboro. My show is titled "Sticks and Stones" and will include work that is inspired by my observations of trees and rocks seen on my daily walks with my dogs. Vessels will include abstractions of trees and rocks, an earthy palette with specific details of bright saturated color. Please join us for the opening reception Saturday, September 20, 5-7pm.

You can visit www.cravenallengallery.com or call (919)286-4837 for more details.

Also check out www.pegbachenheimer.com to see some of Peg's encaustic works.

The Sixth Annual 3 Guys* and Some Pottery
September 26-27, 2008

hosted by Doug Dotson
near Pittsboro, NC
Friday, September 26: 6pm-9pm
Saturday, September 27: 10am-5pm

I will join Doug Dotson and Kelly O'Briant for the 6th Annual 3 Guys* and Some Pottery at Doug Dotson Pottery near Pittsboro, NC. We will have a large assortment of work, refreshments, and a laid back atmosphere for you to come and hang out, chat, and purchase some well designed, well made, functional ceramic vessels. The sale kicks off Friday, Sept 26, 6-9pm with a Preview Party, with light snacks and the first chance to purchase pots. Saturday, Sept. 27 the sale continues all day long, from 10am-5pm, with a gentler pace and a chance to talk to each of the potters and purchase work. You can visit www.dougdotsonpottery.com for directions, images, and more information concerning the sale. Please come and bring a friend or two!

"Turning Point"
November 1-December 31, 2008

Claymakers
Durham, NC
Opening Reception: Saturday, November 8, 2008, 6-9pm

Visit claymakers.com for more details.


"Consider the Cup"
November-December, 2008

Artisan Gallery
Northampton, MA
Opening Reception: November 14, 2008, 5-8pm

Visit www.theartisangallery.com for more details.


"100 Under 1000"
November 20-December 31, 2008

Lee Hansley Gallery
Raleigh, NC
Opening Reception: Sunday, November 23rd, 2008, 2-5pm

Visit www.leehansleygallery.com for more details.


"Fine Contemporary Crafts Exhibition"
November 22, 2008-January 10, 2009

Artspace
Raleigh, NC
Opening Reception: Friday, December 5, 2008 6-10pm

Visit www.artspacenc.org for more details.


Carolina Designer Craftsmen 39th Fine Craft and Design Show
November 28-30, 2008

Exposition Center, North Carolina State Fairgrounds
1025 Blue Ridge Rd.
Raleigh, NC
Friday, November 28: 6pm-9pm
Saturday, November 29: 10am-6pm
Sunday, November 30: 11am-5pm

Visit www.carolinadesignercraftsmen.com for more details.


"Mugs and More"
December 1-31, 2008

River Gallery
Chattanooga, TN
Opening Reception: Friday, December 5, 2008, 6:30-8pm

Visit www.river-gallery.com for more details.


3rd Annual Open Studio Holiday Sale
December 5-6, 2008

Nine Toes Pottery
Chapel Hill, NC
Opening Reception: Friday, December 5, 2008, 6-9pm
Sale Continues: Saturday, December 6, 2008, 10-4pm

Please join me and guest potter Laura Korch of Trout Ceramics for my 3rd Annual Holiday Sale. December 5, Friday night Preview Party, 6-9pm with refreshments and a sneak peek at plenty of pots onhand for holiday gift giving. The sale continues on December 6, Saturday, 10-4pm.
Directions to the studio are available on the contact page.