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    Ceramic Art London 2019 A Gathering of the Faithful

    Jun 01, 2019 6 minutes
    Written by Paul Bailey

    The number of craft shows which promote the work of ceramic makers continue to grow in the UK, with 2019 being no exception.

    If the Crafts Council show COLLECT represents what the commercial galleries are selling, then Ceramic Art London (CAL) organised by the Craft Potters Association is the showcase for individual makers and members of the public looking to be inspired, and buy work at affordable prices.

    CAL is also blessed with a superb venue on the main concourse area at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts in the centre of London. The enthusiasm of the public is still growing with some 5,500 attending in 2019 over three days. Compared to 2017 when some 2,500 people attended.

    This year makers from the Isle of Skye, Germany, Spain, Ireland, France, Austria, the Netherlands, Japan and Korea joined those from England. In total there were 91 individual stands and makers.

    Often overlooked in reviews are the

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