From February 20–22, 2026, Baltimore Clayworks proudly participated in the 49th annual American Craft Made Baltimore—the largest juried craft fair on the East Coast. Held at the Baltimore Convention Center, the three-day event brought together 400 artists, more than 10,000 attendees, and dozens of partner organizations in a vibrant celebration of handmade craft. Throughout the weekend, our community showed up in full force—demonstrating, exhibiting, connecting, and sharing the transformative power of clay.
Baltimore Clayworks artists took center stage in the “Let’s Make” demonstration area, offering fairgoers an up-close look at the process, precision, and experimentation behind contemporary ceramics.
On Friday, Jeremy Wallace kicked off the demonstrations with a dynamic morning session, followed by Brady Fanning and Chloe Foster, who each brought their own distinct approaches to the wheel and surface design. Saturday’s lineup featured Hannah Kautto, Kristyn Rohrer, and Eileen O’Donnell, whose demonstrations highlighted both technical skill and personal narrative in clay. On Sunday, Janathel Shaw and Katherine Pon-Cooper closed out the weekend, drawing engaged crowds eager to learn more about form, function, and firing.
Across all three days, visitors lingered, asked thoughtful questions, and left with a deeper understanding of the ceramic process. The demonstration space became a hub of curiosity and conversation—reminding us that craft is not only about finished objects, but about the hands and stories behind them.
In addition to live demonstrations, several members of the Baltimore Clayworks community exhibited their work at the fair:
- Camilla Ascher – Booth 1240
- Yoshi Fujii – Booth 139
- Shalya Marsh – Booth 556
- Ali Saunders – Booth 1308
Each artist’s booth reflected a unique voice within contemporary ceramics, from functional ware to sculptural exploration. It was inspiring to see their work resonate with collectors, fellow artists, and first-time buyers alike.
Now in its 49th year, American Craft Made Baltimore once again proved why it remains a cornerstone event for the craft community. For Baltimore Clayworks, the weekend was about more than visibility. It was about representing our mission in action: supporting artists, fostering community, and celebrating the art of clay in all its forms. We left the Baltimore Convention Center energized and grateful, proud of our artists, thankful for everyone who stopped by, and excited for what the next year of making will bring.
