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The Bascom is working towards creating a more integrated and user-friendly experience for our visitors. Please read the following information to familiarize yourself with the process.
How does it work?
Whenever you register for a class or workshop online, you'll be prompted to create a user account during the registration process. The information you provide there can then be used to log in here.
- Register for a Workshop
- Create your username and password during the registration process
- Check your email (Don't see it in your inbox? Check your junk/spam folder and mark it as not junk/spam)
- Click on the activation link in the email and... Voila! You're good to go!
14th Annual Bascom Clay Symposium Keynote: "Shapeshifter: Lessons from the Art of Clay"
Join Stephanie Moore, Executive Director of the Center for Craft, as she explores the transformative nature of clay—its adaptability, historical significance, and enduring ability to inspire. Moore brings over a decade of leadership in the arts, including her work with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Don’t miss this engaging keynote celebrating the art and evolution of clay.
Due to the generosity of our sponsors, this event is free and open to all.
14th Annual Bascom Clay Symposium
Rescheduled for 2025, The Bascom proudly presents artists Christine Kosiba, Andrea Keys Connell, and Taylor Robenalt, showcasing Animal and Figurative Ceramic Sculpture. Through hands-on demonstrations and shared stories, participants will explore techniques like hollow building, armature work, and porcelain sculpting, emphasizing surface design, anatomy, and narrative detail. Join us to learn from these celebrated artists and elevate your ceramic practice.
Will Dickert Artist Talk
Join us for an artist talk with Will Dickert.
Artist Talk with Kelly Odden
Join us for an artist talk with Kelly Odden.
Artist Demonstration with Eck McCanless
Join us for an artist demonstration with Eck McCanless.
Ron Philbeck Artist Demonstration
Join us for an artist demonstration with Ron Philbeck.
Artist Talk with Ben Owen III
Join us for an artist talk with Ben Owen III
Artist Talk with William Rodriguez
Join us for an artist talk with William Rodriguez.
Artist talk with TJ Erdahl & Beau Raymond
Please join us for an artist talk with ceramics artists TJ Erdahl and Beau Raymond.
Artist Talk with Gay Smith and Frank Vickery
Join us for an artist talk with ceramic artists Gay Smith and Frank Vickery.
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Visit: 323 Franklin Road
Highlands, NC 28741 (Map It)
Call: 828-526-4949 (Main)
828-787-2892 (Ceramics Studio)
This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Learn more at NCArts.org
Funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Learn more at SouthArts.org.
Funding is due in part to a Tourism Grant with Visit Highlands, NC. Learn more HighlandsChamber.org