From October 5 to October 31, 2026, the XIII International Ceramics Symposium “Metamorphosis – Ceramics through the ages” will be held in the town of Römhild in 2026.
Conditions of participation:
The number of participants is limited to a maximum of 8 artists. These will be selected from the applicants by an expert jury. For the duration of the symposium, participants will receive a work grant of €2,000 as well as free accommodation with breakfast. In addition, cooking facilities are available at the studio for further meals. The accommodation is located approx. 2 kilometers from the studio. There is a bus connection between the accommodation and the studio. The cost of a season ticket for the bus will be borne by the organizer if required.
The organizer expects the artists to participate in the symposium for the entire duration of the symposium. In addition, the artists undertake to take part in the following events / dates: Opening event, visit to Keramik Kraft, open studio day, closing event. Experimental work to create extended forms of expression, particularly in the area of sculptures and sculptures, is expressly encouraged.
Clay and porcelain bodies for a wide variety of production technologies and firing temperature ranges as well as the latest firing technology from ROHDE, such as electric and gas-fired chamber kilns and top loaders, wood-fired open-hearth kilns, hood kilns and bogie hearth kilns and RAKU kilns. Depending on demand and firing requirements, temporary firing technology can also be provided.
Application deadline: September 30, 2025