The Ceramics Western Cape Annual Members Juried Exhibition 2026 is opening on Saturday 25 July at 1pm-4pm at the Castle of Good hope, Cape Town. The Awards Ceremony and the new Fellow induction begins at 2pm. The exhibition runs until 5 AUGUST.
This competition has been going for more than 50 years, and showcases the best in contemporary ceramics, selected and judged by luminaries in the fine art and ceramics world.
This year’s awards will be judged and presented by celebrated contemporary ceramist Madoda Fani.
The esteemed selection panel includes contemporary ceramic artist and sculptor Zanoxolo Sylvester Mqeku, together with ceramic and visual artist Amogelang Maepa.
The exhibition focuses on CONTEMPORARY CERAMICS that reflect the dynamic, diverse, and constantly evolving nature of modern ceramic art. This category celebrates work that pushes the boundaries of traditional pottery through innovation in form, technique, and concept. The exhibition also has two invitational sections:
The Fellows and the Members Themed Invitational. The 2026 invitational theme is “War & Peace”.
SPECIAL – FREE ENTRY: Entry Fee will be waived if you inform the receptionist that you are visiting the Ceramics Western Cape exhibition specifically
During the exhibition Ceramics Western Cape offer these special events :
* In conversation with the selectors.
* Clay Corner demo & giveaway
* Sandile Cele discusses his ceramic career
* Demonstration by Sikho Mququ
“We thank our 2026 sponsors. These awards recognise excellence within the ceramic community and celebrate the continued growth of ceramic arts in the Western Cape.”
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LIEBERMANN POTTERY
THE CAPE GALLERYÂ
WONKI WARE
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VAN TUYL KILNS
CLAY CORNER
WIID DESIGN
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CERAMICS WESTERN CAPE
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SPIER WINE ESTATE
WHAT: Ceramics Western Cape presents a celebration and showcase of Contemporary Ceramics.
WHERE: The Castle of Good Hope,
WHEN: 25 July – 5 August 2026 (10am – 4pm)
TICKETS: Entry Fee will be waived if you inform the receptionist that you are visiting the Ceramics Western Cape exhibition specifically
INFO: Chantal Charan T 079 372 8125Â |Â Â VISIT
CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE – IZIKO [K]
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