A look into the “Cup”

Have you ever thought about what your drinking out of, or the history behind the items you use every day? Even though it may not seem like much their is a great history behind these everyday devices. This November Gulf Coast State College is holding the Thirteenth Annual Cup Show: Form and Function in the Amelia Art Center. The exhibit explores the idea of drinking vessels. It takes an in-depth look at their relationship with history, art, politics, and technology among other areas. The influence of popular media, religion, and events have shaped our everyday drinking vessels and the culture around how we drink and socialize together. . The exhibit will be juried by Mike Cinelli, An internationally recognized ceramic artist. He will guide us as we survey the multiple approaches to contemporary art using the most basic and accessible vessel. Students and residents of Bay county will be able to visit the exhibit from November 16th through December 4th. If you or someone you know would like to apply to be part of this exhibit you can visit the link below. The winner will be chosen by the juror and will be awarded 100 dollars for their efforts and be recognized by the college along with receiving opportunities to showcase their skills at other events and workshops. To be eligible to apply participants must submit a sculptural work that has been completed in the last three years and represents the idea of a “cup”. The entry fee is thirty-five dollars for up to three entries plus five dollars for any additional images. Feel free to get creative and let your imagination run wild while also getting the chance to educate viewers on the importance of the cup. If you feel that this may be the right exhibit for you or someone you know be sure to apply below! 

https://www.gulfcoast.edu/community/arts-culture/amelia-center-gallery/exhibition-opportunity/index.html

For more information visit https://www.gulfcoast.edu/community/arts-culture/amelia-center-gallery/index.html

Sources (Gulf Coast State College | Amelia Center Gallery, 2020)

https://jamesdoyle.net/2014/09/25/the-drinking-cup-of-a-classic-maya-noble/

https://www.gulfcoast.edu/community/arts-culture/amelia-center-gallery/exhibition-opportunity/thirteenthannualacupshowformandfunction.pdf

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