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The Craft Potters Association of Great Britain
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Founded in 1958, the Craft Potters Association (CPA) promotes contemporary studio pottery and supports its members at every stage of their practice. With over 2,000 associates and 300 Selected and Fellow members, CPA offers learning, networking and showcasing opportunities for makers, from emerging talents to established potters. We also champion ceramic art through the Contemporary Ceramics gallery, Ceramic Review magazine and host major events and workshops across the UK.
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Benefits of CPA Membership
The Craft Potters Association connects a national network of makers, collectors and ceramics enthusiasts, united by a commitment to high-quality contemporary ceramics.
Through its gallery, fairs and publishing, the CPA offers a joined-up platform for visibility and engagement.
Membership includes:
- Exhibitions and events, including Ceramic Art London and CPA fairs
- Opportunities to connect with makers, collectors and the wider ceramics community
- A place within a recognised national network
- Access to the CPA’s wider programme, including publishing through Ceramic Review
- Practical support, including insurance options and selected discounts
- Pathways to Selected Membership, a peer-reviewed professional standard
CPA membership connects you to the people, opportunities and ideas shaping contemporary ceramics in the UK.
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Cracked earth
A background in environmental causes and their impact on the earth has influenced Liza Riddle’s work. Lauren Kearns tells us more
The first time I saw one of Liza Riddle’s sculptures, I was struck by the enormity of the piece and how it spoke the word ‘earth’. She is an artist at heart and in life, having worked in environmental sciences as a profession.
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