Major Australian Design Centre ceramics exhibition comes to TMAG

Twenty-two acclaimed ceramic artists from across Australia will be showcased in a major Australian Design Centre (ADC) On Tour exhibition SIXTY: The Journal of Australian Ceramics 60th Anniversary 1962–2022 opening at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery on 22 March 2024.

The exhibition includes works from Ben Richardson from lutruwita/Tasmania who is known around Australia for his contemporary wood fired ceramics made from local clay and glaze materials.

Ben has collected and tested these materials for over 40 years and is represented in museums and private collections in Australia and around the world, including in top restaurants around Australia.

“My way of working is a response to place,” Mr Richardson said.

“I’m proud to represent lutruwita/Tasmania in this national touring ceramics exhibition that’s now being shared with Tasmanian audiences at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery.”

Ben lives and works in Sandford where he runs Ridgeline Pottery, offering bespoke pottery experiences and accommodation.

The exhibition is presented by the ADC in partnership with The Australian Ceramics Association (TACA) to acknowledge that The Journal of Australian Ceramics (The JAC) has documented ceramics in Australia for 60 years, in 176 issues and close to 20,000 pages.

This celebratory exhibition is guest curated by Anna Grigson and ADC CEO and Artist Director Lisa Cahill with design by Studio Garbett.

“The renewed interest in ceramic art is recognition of the accomplishments of Australia’s ceramic artists and potters and The JAC and its contributors have played a key role in this revival,” Ms Cahill said.

“We are delighted to partner with the ADC to present this exhibition and draw attention to this important artform,” Ms Mary Mulcahy, TMAG Director said.

The exhibition will tour to 16 art centres across Australia from 2022 to 2026. For further information visit the website: australiandesigncentre.com/SIXTY

SIXTY is funded with support from Visions of Australia. The Visions of Australia regional exhibition touring program supports audience access to Australian arts and cultural material, with a particular focus on tours to regional and remote Australia.