CLAY CENTER OF NEW ORLEANS

The Clay Center of New Orleans was created by ceramic artist and Tulane University adjunct professor Michelle Swafford. In the summer of 2017, Michelle approached me about opening a ceramic gallery, supply shop, and teaching studio in the heart of New Orleans. Being an enthusiastic supporter of all things ‘clay,’ I agreed without hesitation. We leased a 500 sq. ft. space and transformed it into an exceptional art gallery. The Clay Center opened its doors to the public on January 5, 2018. In the Fall of 2022, we opened our teaching studio, and by 2025 we opened two additional studio spaces. The Center has officially become a ceramic hub in New Orleans.

Services

  • Exhibition Installation & De-installation
  • Direct Mail & Email Marketing
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Event Production
  • Photography/Videography
  • Retail Sales 
  • Fundraising & Development
Clay Center Gallery
Clay Center Postcard
Clay Center Business Card

SCOPE OF WORK

Exhibit Installation

Coordinate and execute the installation and de-installation of gallery exhibitions.

Marketing & Promotions

Design and production of all marketing materials and graphic displays, including exhibition postcards, posters, flyers, social media posts, direct and email marketing.

Collections Management

Create and maintain the Clay Center’s Collections Management Policy

Event Production

Plan and produce gallery receptions and events including openings, fundraisers, holiday sales, art markets, etc.

Retail & Sales

Retail shop and art sales associate: clay, sculpting tools, supplies, artwork, etc.

Fundraising

Fundraising, development, and grant proposal assistance