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Linda Nguyen Lopez Completes Virginia A. Groot Material Exploration Residency
On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, Linda Nguyen Lopez opened her studio to the public for a viewing of her newest and latest projects. The free event was part of the inaugural Virginia A. Groot Material…
Virginia A. Groot & Project Onward Celebrate New Ceramic Studio Opening
On October 8, Project Onward commemorated the grand opening of their new ceramic studio. The studio was made possible by the Virginia A. Groot…
Wanxin Zhang: Groot Grant Winner’s Work Acquired by BAMPFA
Wanxin Zhang, our 2006 first-place grant recipient, had his work recently acquired by the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA).…
2022 Groot Grant Winner Featured in Ceramics Monthly
Ceramics Monthly, the largest-circulated publication dedicated to sharing insights within the ceramic arts field, featured Raven Halfmoon’s…
2022 Groot Grant Winner Featured in Ceramics Monthly
Ceramics Monthly, the largest-circulated publication dedicated to sharing insights within the…
Former First Place Groot Grant Recipient Exhibited in Korean Biennale
In 2004, Tip Toland became the first place Groot Grant recipient for her pieces that celebrated and captured the vulnerability of humanity. Most…
The Virginia A. Groot Foundation Supports RAIR 2022 Residency Program
The Virginia A. Groot Foundation is proud to support the RAIR 2022…
Andrew Hellmund: Direct Metal
Inspired by the intersection of sculptural, dance, architecture, and…
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