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<p><span style="font-size:1.0625rem;">Growing up as an African American teen in <br /></span>Philadelphia, I aspired to become a ceramic <br />artist after discovering an absolute love for <br />clay while taking my first ceramics class at <br />St. Joseph´s University at the age of 15.  
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<p>At that time in my life,  there were no African American role models for me in the ceramic <br />field. What I saw were a sea of white faces <br />living a life that resembled nothing like my <br />own. <br /><br />Ceramics wasn´t even considered among my <br />friends and family as a viable career option for black people like myself.  It was definately a <br />hobby at best and not something that people who looked like me could make money from or build a career on. 
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<p><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/50624914_1598105635826555_r.jpeg" alt="50624914_1598105635826555_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Workshop I took with Sana Musasama <br />at Arrowmont school of Arts and Crafts in <br />2003 while working as a work exchange <br />student<br /><br /><br />Building my pottery business Threet Ceramics was by no means a straight line. Income and <br />resources were big factors that stunted my <br />business growth and often squandered <br />opportunities for me as an artist.  It has only <br />through seeking out African American clay <br />artists individually that I started building my <br />community, sharing in their artistic/business <br />success, learning about their obstacles, and <br />beginning the process of then learning how to <br />overcome my own.<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/50624914_1598105703425798_r.jpeg" alt="50624914_1598105703425798_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Craft Show at Tyler Art Market 2019<br /><br />
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<p>This project started as a dream to create a <br />place where people can come and <br />intentionally support the works of artists of <br />color and women. By creating this space I can provide opportunities and exposure, support <br />small artist run businesses and help to <br />actualize the careers and dreams of clay <br />artists like myself.<br /><br />Ceramic Concept would be the first black <br />owned ceramic centered storefront in <br />Philadelphia. This is a big deal! The storefront is opening a few blocks from where I grew up <br />in the heart of the black community. I have <br />watched the community grow and change <br />over the years into a place where I am proud <br />to be opening a business. 
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<p><br /><strong>ABOUT CERAMIC CONCEPT</strong><br />Ceramic Concept is my dream of bringing all <br />the clay work and people I love in the ceramic community together in one place.
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<p><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/50624914_159810633384454_r.jpeg" alt="50624914_159810633384454_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Participating Artist-Stefani Threet of <br />Threet Ceramics(ME)<br /><br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/50624914_1598106431500995_r.jpeg" alt="50624914_1598106431500995_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Participating Artist-Works by Lauren Rider of Rider Ceramics<br /><br /><br />The concept is simple. To promote <br />underrepresented demographics in the clay <br />community while still maintaing a local <br />component. This ceramic centered storefront will focus and highlight the works of women in clay, ceramic artists of color, and artists local <br />to Philadelphia. It will feature everything from coffee mugs and vases to ceramic jewelry.  <br />It will carry the works of over 40 different <br />ceramic artists all using their own unique <br />approach to the clay process.<br /><br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/50624914_1598106209141243_r.jpeg" alt="50624914_1598106209141243_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Participating Artist- Rich Brown of Pottery32
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<p><br /><strong>HOW YOU CAN HELP </strong><br />You can support this campaign in two ways!!<br /><br /><strong>DONATE</strong> directly using the support the <strong>DONATE NOW </strong>button<br /><br /><strong>AND</strong><br /><br />By reposting, emailing, and commenting on <br />this campaign.<br /><br />By supporting this campaign you are <br />supporting the career paths of women, artists of color and local artists from around the <br />country whose businesses are being <br />supported by selling wares at Ceramic <br />Concept.<br /><br />Give us a follow on Instagram <br /><a href="http://htttp//www.instagram.com/ceramicconceptphl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="http://www.instagram.com/ceramicconceptphl" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">http://www.instagram.com/ceramicconceptphl</a></a> <br />AND<br /><a href="http://www.instagram.com/threetceramics" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="http://www.instagram.com/threetceramics" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">http://www.instagram.com/threetceramics</a></a> <br /><br /><strong>PERKS FOR DONATING <br />(if you pledge at a higher level you can obviously choose lower level gifts❤️)</strong>
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<p><strong>Pledge $5 or more<br />A virtual Thank You on both @threetceramics <br />and @ceramicconceptphl Instagram stories as a Thank you at the completion of GoFundMe<br />campaign<br /><br />Pledge $15 or more<br />Handwritten THANK YOU note sent in a card with a special THANK YOU for contributing to my campaign  and making my dream a reality</strong>
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<p><strong>Pledge $25 or more<br />A handmade clay Ceramic Concept refrigerator magnet made by Stefani Threet with logo that <br />says: I Helped Kickstart Ceramic Concept <br />2020<br /><br />Pledge $50 or more<br />Colorful Small handmade 3 inch ceramic catch all dish made from Stoneware Clay. limited edition carved dish with a stylized leaf design and <br />Ceramic Concept 2020 stamped in the middle.<br /><br />Pledge $65 or more<br />Ceramic Concept black tote bag that says, <br />I kickstarted Ceramic Concept 2020 with <br />stylized drawing<br /><br />Pledge $80 or more<br />A special edition Ceramic Concept T-shirt that comes in either Black or Turquoise in sizes <br />Small to XXL<br /><br />Pledge $100 or more<br />A Black Apron that says Ceramic Concept with the new logo design<br /></strong><strong>AND<br />Recognition on a permanent plaque in the <br />interior of the retail space <br /><br /></strong><strong>Pledge $200 or more<br />Exclusive one hour pre-shopping event for yourself and up to three of your friends/family the week BEFORE the Grand opening of Ceramic <br />Concept. This includes snacks and beverages<br />(served outside in front due to COVID <br />protocols) and a short talk about <br />representanted Artists. Masks Are Required<br />AND<br />Recognition on a permanent plaque in the interior of the retail space <br /><br /> <br /><br /></strong><strong style="font-size:1.0625rem;">ABOUT ME</strong><strong><br /></strong>
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<p>I am an artist, an educator, and the designer <br />and maker behind Threet Ceramics, a <br />handbuilt functional pottery and jewelry line <br />based out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I <br />studied ceramics at Alfred University and <br />have been working in clay for over 25 years. I mostly sell my work at craft shows, through <br />wholesale accounts with Museum shops and <br />galleries. Most recently due to COVID pivoted all of my business to online. <br /><br />I have a passion for creating creative <br />communities and am the founder of the Philly based arts cooperative the Independent <br />Makers of Philadelphia, the host of my own <br />Instagram live series ”In Our Studios”, and the creater of many social media groups catered <br />to creating community among artists and <br />makers.<br /><br />I love to travel and spend a fair amount of time in Oaxaca, Mexico. Its my happy place to <br />regroup, create new ideas for Threet <br />Ceramics(including this one), and where I <br />draw color inspiration for my work.<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/50624914_1598105937838327_r.jpeg" alt="50624914_1598105937838327_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Me selling my wares at Big Crafty in Asheville, NC in 2019<br /> 
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<p><strong>RISKS AND CHALLENGES </strong><br />I have signed the lease, have started placing <br />orders with artists, have hired contractors, <br />and started the process of filing business <br />related paperwork. Starting this passion <br />project in the middle of a pandemic was not <br />the ideal dream, but sometimes your dreams <br />happen when you least expect it.<br /><br />Thinking about the possibility of things like <br />Zoom grand openings and alternative ways of selling were definitely not a part of the initial<br />plan. I’m learning now to adapt, pivot, and be <br />flexible. <br /><br />I have been able to rely on my personal <br />savings to get this project off the ground, but <br />unfortunately without the assistance of the <br />funds from this campaign I will be unable to cover my expenses.
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<p>No amount is too small. If you cant donate, <br />the generosity of sharing the link for this <br />campaign on your social media platforms will<br />also speak volumes. <br /><br />With Sincerest Gratitude, <br />Stefani Threet<br /><br />
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Help me bring Ceramic Concept to West Philadelphia

<div><strong>Did you know that <u>less than 2%</u> of all art in major museum collections is by Black artists?…And that representation drops even lower for Black artists working in the ceramic medium specifically.</strong>
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<div><br />Reacting to the murder of George Floyd, last year many organizations published statements of solidarity with Black lives, yet the vast majority failed to follow up with concrete action steps to enact real change…
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<div>Subsequently, with over a decade of experience in the field, I’m excited to introduce a new approach to combating systemic inequity in the ceramic arts with the launch of <strong>OYA: a studio-museum for Black ceramic artists! </strong>
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<div>Based in Philadelphia,<strong> OYA’s mission</strong> <strong>is to craft equity in the ceramic arts with the following core programs:</strong>
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<div>(1) ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE
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<div><strong>Resident artists are the heart &amp; soul of OYA. </strong>In<strong> </strong>exchange for 24/7 studio space and a living wage-stipend, Black artists-in-residence assume responsibility for maintaining the studio, teaching community workshops, and contributing artwork to the permanent collection. This cooperative business model consolidates the expense of hiring teachers, administrators, and technicians to operate the studio.
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<div>(2) ACQUISITIONS
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<div><strong>OYA will actively purchase and archive artwork by Black ceramicists </strong>to create a permanent collection/library for education, curation, inspiration, and scholarly research.
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<div>(3) COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT &amp; EDUCATION
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<div><strong>OYA will provide no-cost and low-cost workshops to the community</strong> to increase accessibility and offer an alternative path to training underserved individuals who aspire to become professional studio artists. This program also serves the dual purpose of providing resident artists with opportunities to hone teaching skills and further expand their resumes.
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<div>(4) MENTORSHIP
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<div><strong>OYA will serve as a sanctuary for Black ceramicists of all ages</strong> to gather, connect, exchange skills &amp; advice, and receive essential support to achieve their career goals.
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<div>(5) MEMBERSHIP
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<div><strong>Yes, <u>anyone</u> can be a member! </strong>Irrespective of their racial identity<strong>, </strong>OYA’s valued members are united by a shared commitment to support equitable opportunities for Black artists in the ceramics field. Members subscribe to a monthly or annual membership level on our Patreon account, receiving access to exclusive content and perks in gratitude for their sustained patronage.
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<div><strong>So, are you excited yet?!!… If my vision for the OYA studio-museum is a change you’d like to see, then consider making a donation TODAY:</strong>
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<div><em><u>Your generous contribution will fund the numerous startup costs associated with building a new ceramic art center, including leasing a space, purchasing equipment &amp; materials, safety renovations, insurance, administrative expenses, supplies, and legal fees.</u></em>
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<div>Donations of any size are greatly appreciated, so please do share this campaign within your various social media networks. <strong>With your help, the OYA studio-museum will change the face of ceramic studio arts. THANK YOU!!</strong>
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OYA: a Studio-Museum for Black Ceramic Artists

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