Clay City is a year-long collaboration between Throwing Shapes and Staycity, offering one 12-month graduate program and three 3-month professional residencies for ceramic artists. 

This one-of-a-kind initiative provides free studio space and accommodation in Dublin City, aiming to support artists in developing their careers while contributing to Ireland's leading ceramics community. Our goal is to attract both Irish and international ceramic graduates and residency applicants, encouraging community engagement and establishing Dublin as a hub for ceramics. Staycity's involvement is crucial in removing financial barriers for artists seeking to work and live in Dublin City.

The graduate residency winner was announced in August 2025. Our winner, Abhainn Wheeler is currently in residence. You can read about her below. This is a fully supported opportunity for an early-career ceramicist to further their practice. It includes full studio access, mentorship and a subsidised apartment in the heart of the city for one year.

The professional residencies offer established artists and ceramicists 3-month's in a state-of-the-art ceramics studio to complete a specific project or create space for dedicated studio research time. The first professional residency application was awarded to Stella Baraklianou. Stella will be in residence from October 2025 - January 2026.

Our Spring Professional Residency Opens from 15th October 2025. Application deadlines for each program are listed below. Please read through our Application Guide to check if you are eligible to apply.