Short Description
The Clay Films project aims to celebrate and increase the profile of Global Majority artists that are working with film and clay as a primary material. We aim to reflect the richness of clay as a medium of artistic expression in film. We are interested in how artists are using film for storytelling, activism, provocation and exploration of identity. This can be in any film style or genre. We are seeking films which are intended to be artistic work, rather than filmed documentation or interpretation of other clay and ceramic artwork.
Clay Films is open to Global Majority artists of African and Caribbean heritage based throughout the world, including the UK. These artists are invited to submit an existing artist film for consideration. Submissions will be reviewed by a panel including Global Majority sector experts who will select ten films to be shown throughout the six weeks of the 2025 British Ceramics Biennial, taking place in Stoke-on-Trent, UK.
Eligibility
To apply for Clay Films you must be a Global Majority artist of African and Caribbean heritage over 18 years of age, working with the mediums of clay and film. There is no cost to apply.
Your short film may be of any genre, but must meet the following criteria:
- Maximum of 15 minutes in length
- Completed or re-edited in the last 5 years
- Original work of the submitting artist
- The submitting artist must have copyright to the film and permission to use any soundtrack/music featured
- By submitting the film, the artist warrants that the film is original and does not infringe on any copyrights or rights of any person
- The film must be suitable for general viewing in a public space
- Resolution of 1080p or higher
- Any spoken language must be accompanied by English subtitles
Submission Requirements
- Project information including
- Type: film/video
- Project title
- Brief Synopsis
- Website and social media handles
- Submitter information
- Contact information including your address, date of birth and gender
- Credits
- Directors, writers, producers and key cast if applicable
- Add your artist biography and statement on the Director information. This text will be used to write brochure and website content for BCB 2025 if you are selected.
- Specifications
- Project type, genres, runtime, completion date, country of origin and filming language etc.
- Screenings / Distribution
- Screenings, awards and distribution information if applicable.
- Link or upload your video
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
Each of the ten exhibitors selected for Clay Films will receive a £350 presentation fee payment. Clay Films exhibitors will benefit from a national PR and marketing campaign.
Entry Fee
None
Location
United Kingdom
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 24 June 2025
Website Link: https://www.britishceramicsbiennial.com/about/opportunities/clay-films/
