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OAXACA AND OPA INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGE PORTLAND

During the month of February, I had the pleasure of working with several wonderfully talented artists in Oaxaca, Mexico. We have renewed our Mexico / Oregon exchange and will welcome our Oaxacan artists to Portland in March 2025, where they will showcase their work, work with local artists, and explore art through our beautiful State.

This project is continuing thanks to the support of generous private donors, Oregon Potters Association (OPA), PGSA, Portland Sister City of Guadalajara, and the Portland Mexican Consulate office.
 

At the heart of the Oregon Potters Association's international cultural exchange programs lies a profound conviction in the transformative power of clay and ceramics. This art form, in all its versatility, serves as a universal language, reaching across geographical borders, cultural disparities, and language barriers. Its unique capability to forge connections and foster understanding is unparalleled, making it a powerful agent of change.

The essence of our exchanges with ceramic artists from the diverse landscapes of Hokkaido, Japan and Oaxaca, Mexico embody this belief. These programs transcend the mere exchange of pottery skills or techniques; they foster a dialogue between cultures, a sharing of unique perspectives, and a celebration of diversity in the world of ceramic art. Additionally, these programs play a pivotal role in preserving and propagating the rich cultural traditions associated with clay art, thereby keeping these cultural art forms alive.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE ARTICLE - written by Jeff Garcia, Co-Chair OPA

CLICK HERE TO SEE IMAGES