"Stories in Clay" is the latest group exhibit in the main gallery of the Spiva Center for the Arts. Midwest Clay Artists with 23 members from Missouri and Kansas have gathered their best pieces for display during the month of September 2015. A reception for the exhibit that includes a variety of work both functional and sculptural will be held in Spiva's second floor board room from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 18.

Says Angel Brame of Joplin:

"When we are drawn to art in any media, it is invariably because the piece speaks to us. We are connecting to it in a personal way...we understand the story that the artist is trying to convey. The artists of Midwest Clay Art find that clay is an especially expressive medium to work with. Every piece shows the potter's or sculptor's creative markings....thumb prints, throwing rings, handle pulls, carving marks......the visual and tactile tell a story that is passed from artist to art appreciator. Clay can tell abundant stories. Is the ceramics speaking of strength and motion in a fluid sculpture? Is it delicate and full of whimsy and delight the eye? Or does the piece speak of common sense inviting you to use it daily and feel the expression of the artist as you sip your morning coffee? We hope you find many stories of joy in our latest collection."

The Spiva Center for the Arts is located at 222 W. Third St., Joplin. Parking is on Third and Wall (street is one way north). Spiva hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Donations are suggested.

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