Jake is a ceramic artist who makes both functional and sculptural work. He resides in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania and works out of his home studio and the Potters' Guild in Lemont. He completed his undergraduate degree at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois and earned his MFA from Penn State University. His background includes both ceramics and sculpture. Jake has worked with a number of other artists and his work has been exhibited nationally.

On line Store Coming Soon! A store will soon be open on this website. Until then, if you are interested in making a purchase, please email Jake at jakesclayart@gmail.com. 

Upcoming and recent exhibtions and events:

Starbrick Clay National Cup Show, Feb 27-April 19, Nelsonville, Ohio

"1+1" March 21-April 23 at Terra Incognito Gallery, Oak Park, Illinois

Clay: From the Ground Up exhibition of Clay works by members of the
Potters Guild of Lemont  April 24-26 Art alliance, Lemont, PA

Feats of Clay XXII  April 25 - May 31 2009,  Lincoln Arts, Lincoln, California


Recent Publications:
Jake's plates appear in 500 Plates and Chargers, published in 2008 by Lark Books.

Images available elsewhere:
Many images are available on this website on the Vessels, Sculpture, and Functional Work pages, but additional images of Jake's work can be viewed at http://www.flickr.com/photos/clay_art/