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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 Foundation’s three-year grant contribution and Project Onward's unwavering passion for allowing artists of…

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Christina A. West Exhibition Opens APSU’s New Gallery

The Virginia A. Groot Foundation’s community of artists continues to achieve outstanding accomplishments and artistic evolution. In 2018, Christina…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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The Virginia A. Groot Foundation Supports RAIR 2022 Residency Program

The Virginia A. Groot Foundation is proud to support the RAIR 2022 Artist in Residency program. RAIR is a non-profit organization that challenges the…

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Ray Chen

Ray Chen: Only Son

As a sculptor, scholar, curator, and writer, Ray Chen represents both…

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Andrew Hellmund: Direct Metal

Inspired by the intersection of sculptural, dance, architecture, and…

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Jacob Stanley: Nothing Lasts Forever

Temporary site-responsive installations have been the inspiration and…

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