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Kelly O'Briant is an Associate Professor of Ceramics at the University of Dallas, affiliated with the School of Art. She holds an MFA from Arizona State University (2014) and a BFA from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (2000), complemented by archaeological fieldwork in Finland. Her artistic practice explores themes of memory, identity, and materiality through porcelain sculpture and installations. She has held residencies at the Archie Bray Foundation and the International Ceramics Studio, and her work is featured in major exhibitions and publications such as Lark Books' 500 Series.
Education: BFA in Design (2000) from UNC Greensboro; MFA in Ceramics (2014) from Arizona State University. Additional studies include courses at the University of Oulu, Finland, and residencies in Hungary, China, and elsewhere.
Research Interests: Kelly’s work bridges traditional ceramic techniques with digital innovation, focusing on coiling, pinching, and mixed-media installations. Her art often investigates themes of social distance, cultural heritage, and the interplay between form and memory. Recent projects like Portrait of Quiet (2022) and Navigating By Heart (2016) exemplify her exploration of porcelain as a medium for storytelling and spatial immersion.
Exhibitions & Awards:
- 2022 NCECA Annual Exhibition (Crocker Museum of Art)
- NCECA Emerging Artist (2015)
- Solo exhibitions at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft and Myers Gallery
- Featured in Emerging Clay of the South (2010) and Art of the Cup (2011)
Professional Activities: Active in academic and artistic communities, Kelly delivers lectures and workshops at institutions like Harvard Ceramics Program and Massachusetts College of Art. Her postdoctoral research at WVU focused on ceramic production and digital technology integration.
Studio & Labs: Maintains an active studio practice, emphasizing high-fired porcelain techniques and experimental material combinations. Collaborates with institutions to create site-specific installations.
