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Over the last fifty years, northern Indiana has cultivated a strong ceramic tradition through local colleges and universities, established professional artists studios, a community of devoted hobbyists, and a desire to make Michiana a destination for the ceramic arts.
Find out more who we are, what we do, and how you can connect.
Become a Member
Learn more about our membership opportunities.
Workshops
Details on upcoming workshop opportunities.
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Our quarterly newsletter details NICA events, highlights members, and more.
Our Programming
From the Michiana Pottery Tour to annual scholarship awards, NICA offers opportunities for everyone.
Meet our Board of Directors
NICA has a governing board comprised of artists, business people, and stakeholders.
Emerging Artist Scholarships
Apply for scholarship opportunities.
Calendar
View our annual event calendar.
Artist of the Month: Caitlyn Shirley O’Neal
Caitlyn Shirley O’Neal is an artist and educator originally from Indiana. A 2018 graduate of Goshen College, she holds degrees in K-12 Arts Education and Fine Arts, with a dual focus on ceramics and painting. Caitlyn’s studio practice centers primarily on clay, where she explores the intersection of vibrant color and minimalist design to evoke a sense of joy. Throughout her career, she has completed artist residencies at Access Arts (Columbia, MO) and ANG Pottery (Baltimore, MD), and has shared