Sarah Beaty

Visiting Ceramics Artist

February 18th & 19th, 2025

ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Student Ceramics Art Guild Presents: Visiting Artist Sarah Beaty
February 18-19th
ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fine Arts Complex 415 & BP Theatre

The University of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fairbanks Art Department and the Student Ceramics Art Guild is proud to host ceramic artist Sarah Beaty for two days of hands-on demonstrations and an evening lecture. Hosted by the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Student Ceramics Art Guild, this exciting event will take place on Tuesday, February 18th, and Wednesday, February 19th, 2024.

Sarah Beaty, an accomplished ceramic artist based in Fort Yukon, ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ, will offer demonstrations of her unique techniques in high-fire porcelain and stoneware. She specializes in the Phoenix fast-fire style wood kiln, a technique she practices just north of the Arctic Circle. Beaty has exhibited her work in renowned museums and galleries, including the ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ State Museum and the University of Iowa Museum of Art. Her expertise spans over two decades, with experiences as an artist, lecturer, and instructor in ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ, Iowa, and France.

This event is free and open to the public. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn from one of ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ’s most esteemed ceramic artists!

Stack of ceramic bowls by Sarah Beaty. Photo courtesy of Beaty
Botanical ceramic plate by Sarah Beaty. Photo courtesy of Beaty
Event Schedule

Ceramic Demonstrations:
Tuesday & Wednesday, Feb 18th & 19th, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (with a break from 12:00 – 1:00 PM)
Location: ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fine Arts Complex, Room 415

Participants will have the chance to observe Beaty’s throwing, handbuilding, and slip-casting techniques in action, and gain insights into her creative process.

Visiting Artist Lecture:
Tuesday, Feb. 18th, 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: BP Theatre, ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ Fine Arts Complex
Zoom Option:

Beaty will share her artistic journey and experiences working in remote ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ, offering a deeper understanding of her creative approach and influences.

 

Your support helps bring incredible artists like Sarah Beaty to ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ, enriching our creative community and providing invaluable learning experiences for students and art lovers alike. Consider making a donation to sustain these inspiring events and keep the arts thriving at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ!