Registration is now open for our Spring/Summer course season! February 12, 2010

We cannot wait for our studio to start humming with creative activity this season--it’s time to get our torches, forges, and kilns fired up!

Check out our courses page for the full lineup of offerings in Welding, Ceramics, Blacksmithing, Jewelry, and Glass. In addition to our regular introductory courses you’ll find some great new opportunities like:

•    Building Bike Trailers
•    Stained Glass
•    Hollowware
•    Glass Casting
•    Making Jewelry: Becoming a Small Business

Courses fill fast, so be sure to register soon.
 
We hope to see you in the studio!

Holiday Craft Sale December 15, 2009

Our Ceramics and Jewelry Cooperatives put together a holiday craft show at White Electric this Sunday! 

Check it out for handmade ceramic goods and jewelry from Steel Yard artists and instructors.

December 20th, 5pm - 9pm

White Electric, 711 Westminster Street

Ceramics Cooperative Member Search! December 9, 2009

The Steel Yard is currently seeking applications for our Ceramics Cooperative.  The Ceramics Cooperative is designed to assist emerging to mid-level artists in growing and strengthening their creative practice in a supportive, cooperative environment. We encourage artists to work together, learn from each other and collaborate in the development of a strong Steel Yard ceramics department.

To find out more information, click here.

Download the application here: Ceramics Cooperative Contract 2010 (doc)

Iron Pour 2009 October 7, 2009

Watch the Iron Guild fire up their furnaces for the 4th annual molten metal spectacular.  Also for sale will be ceramic goods made by Steel Yard ceramic artists.

Friday October 30th
Doors at 6 PM
Performance begins at 7 PM

$7 to enter

Rain Date: Saturday October 31st

Want to help out?  Contact .

Call for Entries - Architectural Ceramics September 22, 2009

Artists working in the ceramics medium are invited to submit works for inclusion in Architectural Ceramics, an exhibit that will run from November 5th, through December 2nd, 2009. The exhibition explores works which relate to interior space which may include decorative elements incorporated into buildings or created as site-specific free-standing sculptures.  Large to small scale installations works will also be considered. National Deadline: October 10th, 2009

Juried Selection process with guest juror: Stephen Oliver, architecture/furniture design. Founding artist of Affinity Arts in Maine. 

Entry Fees:  $12 for 1st entry, $20 for 2nd, $25 for 3rd.  Prized will be awarded.

Application
Submit completed entry form (download on website www.mudstonestudios.com), artist statement & resume, required images and installation requirements, to: or Mail to Ellen Blomgren, Mudstone Studios, 30 Cutler St. box #8, Warren, RI  028855

E-mail with  jpeg attachments.
          * In the Subject, put “Artist Submission”
          * In the Body of the e-mail include the following info:
                + Web Address if you have one
                + Contact Information (name, email address, phone, etc.)
                + Title, size, medium, year, and other pertinent info about the work sent.
                + A brief description of your art, and short bio.
          * File attachment requirements:
                + JPEG files only. Images should be no larger than 3 MB each.
             
Artwork delivery/return and installation  

• Gallery Specs:17' x 24' plus 10 1/2' x 10 1/2' - 10' height
• Mudstone reserves the right to reject any work that significantly differs from the entry images/proposals.
• Shipped work must be sent in a reusable container with pre-paid return shipping. Work will be returned in same manner as delivered, via UPS or USPS.
• Accepted works will remain on display for the duration of the exhibition, November 5th - December 2nd. 
• All unaccepted work must be picked up by October 20th

Sale of work

• Mudstone Gallery will retain a 30% commission of the listed sale price.

Important Dates

• October 10th, 2009: final entry submission deadline
• October 28th - November 1st 2009: delivery of accepted work
• November 5th - November 29th: Architectural Ceramics exhibition dates 
• November 5th: Architectural Ceramics Opening 7:00 -9:00 pm
• December 2nd: artwork picked up

Gallery contact info:
Mudstone Studios & Gallery
30 Cutler St
Warren, RI  02885

www.mudstonestudios.com


(401) 297-9412

Iron Chef & Steel Yard BBQ September 16, 2009

Works in Progress - Iron Chef & BBQ

Teams of artists and fabricators compete in our 2nd annual head-to-head sculpture competition.  Enjoy grilled goodies and stick around for the Iron Chef sculpture auction.  Also for sale will be ceramic goods made by Steel Yard ceramic artists.

Saturday September 12th from 1pm - 5pm

$20 for adults, $10 for kids 10 and under

Interested in helping out?  Contact

Rain Date: Saturday September 19th, 1 pm - 5pm

Cruise Night 2009 September 1, 2009

Works in Progress - Cruise Night 2009

Our 4th Annual classic car, custom, and bicycle show.  Bring the whole family for an evening of polished chrome, music, refreshments, raffle prizes and studio tours.  Music by Johnny "The Colonel" Maguire. 

Free to the public!

Rain Date: September 10th, from 5PM - Dark

Intersted in helping out?  Contact

Arts Day July 21, 2009

Elisa from the 21st Community Learning Center writes to ask for artist participation in this year's Arts Day:

Arts Day is a morning where artists from various mediums work with a group of up to 10 to 12 students for about in 1.5 hrs.  Students are able to learn about the artist's educational background, current and past work experiences, and create a demo of the artist's current work. In the past years they have invited dancers, painters, jewelry designers, and story tellers.  Students truly enjoy the hands on learning and showcases their work towards the end of the morning.

There is no compensation for the artist's time, but will reimburse for supplies relating to the demonstration. 

If any of you artists out there are interested in sharing your work with some eager young minds and making a lasting difference please contact Elisa at
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Currently Accepting Jewelry Cooperative Applications June 23, 2009

Jewelers at work

Are you interested in becoming more involved with our jewelry studio or gaining 24 hour access to our facilities?  We are currently looking for cooperative members and a program coordinator. 

Read more here.

Camp Metalhead Applications Due Monday! June 10, 2009

Interested in art?  Want to learn how to make things out of metal?  Come to the Steel Yard!  Camp Metalhead is a FREE two-week long intensive introduction to creative metal fabrication from July 20th to 31st, 2009.  You will learn about the history and profession of metalworking in Providence and beyond.  Each morning, you get a behind-the-scenes experience at a local manufacturing business or artist’s studio.  The rest of the day is spent learning how to weld!  You will learn the basics of shop safety and various metal fabrication techniques including MIG welding and oxyacetylene torch cutting.  At the end of the program, you will design and fabricate a piece of functional public art to be installed in the community.

To attend Camp Metalhead, you must be between the ages of 14 and 18.  You can be male or female, and you do not have to be currently in school. Enrollment is limited. Preference is given to those living in Providence and from local public schools.  You do not need to have any related experience!

Download more information here: Camp Metalhead Brochure 2009 (pdf)

Download the complete application here: Camp Metalhead Application 2009 (pdf)

Steel Yard VISTA search! May 6, 2009

The Steel Yard is looking for our next full-time Americorps VISTA to join our team! 

Apply Before May 29th! 

Start Date: August 27th 

Description: 
The Steel Yard is looking for a VISTA who will assist with the organization's programming, outreach, and resource development. Specifically, the VISTA will work with staff members to increase outreach to local schools and youth partners, increase our volunteer capacity, and research both grant and workforce development opportunities. Duties will also include managing course registrations and assisting with Steel Yard public programs. We are looking for someone with a strong interest in the intersection of arts and community development and a desire to learn more about the inner workings of a nonprofit organization. An ability to speak Spanish is helpful but not required.

Benefits: 
Living Allowance, Health Coverage, Training, and a choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend.

Applications Due by May 29th! 
See the full description of service and apply through Americorps on-line.
For more information, e-mail us at

New Site Launch! May 1, 2009

It's May 1st, and the new Steel Yard site is officially on-line!
For all of our sweet new features, check out the info page.
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