32nd Annual Strictly Functional Pottery National

Applications open—deadline june 1, 2024

32nd Annual Strictly Functional Pottery National

Applications open—deadline june 1, 2024

About Us

Since its founding in 1993, Strictly Functional Pottery National (SFPN) has served as the standard for functional ceramic exhibits. Everyone is encouraged to enter any form of functional ceramics, not just food-oriented.

The first of its kind, SFPN provides an opportunity for functional pots to receive a much deserved spotlight. Every year, we proudly feature some of the most talented ceramic artists from across the country.  

2024 Juror

David MacDonald

Looking at a variety of design sources in the vast creative tradition of the African continent, MacDonald draws much of his inspiration from the myriad examples of surface decoration that manifests itself in the many ethnic groups of sub-Saharan Africa (as pottery decoration, textiles, body decoration, and architectural decoration). MacDonald’s work spans the complete spectrum of ceramic forms of a utilitarian nature.

Learn more about MacDonald here »