CERAMIC ART LONDON 2011
Hosted by the Craft Potters Association of Great Britain in partnership with Ceramic Review |
| Friday: | 10am - 7pm | |
| Saturday: | 10am - 6pm | |
| Sunday: | 10am - 5pm |
Ceramic Art London is now in its sixth year and recognised as the leading international fair for contemporary ceramics, with over 75 ceramic artists displaying a varied selection of exciting and challenging work. There is something for everyone, for those already in the know this is an opportunity to explore further and buy directly from the maker, for gallery owners and collectors it’s an opportunity to snap up new talent and for enthusiasts and visitors it’s an opportunity to chill out and simply enjoy the vibes.
| • | All works for sale - with something to suit all budgets so everyone has an opportunity to make that special purchase and pick up one of the latest pieces from over 75 selected ceramic artists. Discover the pleasure of buying direct from the maker and visit our online Exhibitor Gallery for a preview of the work of the exhibitors at CERAMIC ART LONDON 2011 (available in Autumn 2010) |
| • | Free Discovery Programme. Each day there will be a diverse Programme of demonstrations, talks and discussions, providing a forum for professional development and giving visitors an insight into the current issues, working practices and techniques involved in the production of ceramic art |
| • | Exhibition by RCA Ceramics students showing the future of studio ceramics |
| • | Full colour exhibition guide with images of the work and details of all exhibitors, plus introductory essays by leading makers |
Tickets will be on sale in advance and can be purchased by phone or by visiting our Tickets page. A three day Ticket will also be available to enable you to enjoy the full Event Programme. Each ticket includes a free Exhibition Guide and Catalogue. Re-entry will be available for single-visit ticket holders to collect purchased works or to attend specific daily sessions of the event programme.
Car Parking
The two nearest multi-storey car parks are:
| • | NCP
London Young Street Car Park (open 24 hours) 9-27 Young Street, Kensington, London Minimum payment £7 for up to two hours; £31 for 12-24 hours www.ncp.co.uk |
| • | Kingston
House Car Park (open 24 hours) Kingston House North, Prince of Wales Gate, Kensington Road, London Minimum payment £6 for up to two hours; £28 for 12-24 hours www.q-park.co.uk |
Parking in the Royal Parks (opposite RCA/Royal Albert Hall) through Alexandra Gate
Friday - Saturday, 8.30am - 6.30pm: 50p per 15 minutes. Maximum stay 4 hours
Sunday, 8.30am - 6.30pm: 30p per 15 minutes. No maximum stay
The RCA is now in the central London Congestion Charging Zone but this charge does not apply on Saturday and Sunday. Car Parking is generally much easier around the Royal College on Sunday, so why not visit and buy on Friday and Saturday and collect your purchases on Sunday.
It is recommended that you check parking fees prior to your visit as these may be subject to change
Refreshments
A range of refreshments, snacks and meals will be available in the Licensed Restaurant in the Basement
Accommodation
London Tourist Board’s accommodation website is: http://uk.visitlondon.com but there are many other websites. One budget accommodation website is: http://www.londonnet.co.uk
Disability Access Information
| • | Wheelchair access is via a ramp to the left of the main entrance to the College, opposite the side of the Royal Albert Hall |
| • | The Exhibition is all on one level, the Henry Moore, Entrance and Upper Gulbenkian Galleries of the RCA |
| • | Disabled toilets are situated on the Exhibition Floor |
| • | Refreshments are in the Basement, reached by a Lift, through double doors You will need to contact RCA Security at the event to accompany you as the lift has a security pass. There is another Disabled toilet near the exit from the lift |
| • | Free admission for a carer accompanying wheelchair visitor |
| • | RCA Lecture Theatre is equipped with induction loop |
| • | Disabled visitors may also exit from the Jay Mews door, which is at the level of the Lecture Theatre/Refreshments area. Ramp to cobbled road |
| • | Taxis may collect you either from the Main Entrance on Kensington Gore or from the Jay Mews door |
| • | Guide dogs are welcome |
| • | Disabled visitors with questions before your visit: email organiser@ceramics.org.uk or telephone +44 (0)20 7439 3377 |