Into the Wild: Tina Curry Solo Exhibition
October 12 - December 31
Gallery welcomes you to embark on a captivating journey “Into the Wild.” You’ll get to experience a spectacular showcase of animal sculptures by Tina Curry, an accomplished ceramic and bronze sculptor based in Knoxville, Tennessee. This solo exhibition kicks off with an opening reception on Saturday, October 12, from 2-5 p.m., where guests will have the opportunity to meet Tina and indulge in complimentary offerings from Metro Wines. This event is free to attend and open to the public. Into the Wild will remain on view through December 31, 2024, 10:00 am-5:00 pm.
Tina began working with clay over 30 years ago. Her sculptures are hand-built, and each has its own distinctive personality and characteristics. Tina’s signature finishes result from utilizing alternative firing techniques with natural elements. Many of her pieces are bisque fired, followed by a barrel firing that uses natural elements and/or carbon to color the pieces. Notably, she does not use traditional glazes in her work.
Into the Wild will feature a wide variety of animals not often encountered in daily life, originating from various continents. The exhibit will primarily showcase ceramic creations. However, it will also include a unique bronze sculpture and some new experimental pieces that combine canvas, hand-made paper, and ceramic animal relief.
Tina’s artwork has achieved significant recognition, leading to commissions from notable institutions such as Zoo Knoxville in Tennessee and the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo in Alberta, Canada. In 2021, she was selected from artists across Tennessee to design and create the Governor’s Arts Awards. These biennial awards are Tennessee’s highest honor in the arts, recognizing individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the state’s arts or cultural life. In 2022, Tina was featured in the September issue of Ceramics Monthly Magazine.
Tina also serves on the Board of Governors for Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Her professional memberships include the National Sculpture Society, National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts, Southern Highlands Craft Guild, Foothills Craft Guild, Oak Ridge Art Center, and the Arts and Culture Alliance of Knoxville.
