An exhibition exploring challenges, frustrations, self-discovery and moments of inspiration emerging from working with clay will be displayed in Esperance later this month.

Building on its annual tradition of showcasing ceramic works, Esperance Potters Club will display its EPiC exhibition from July 23 to September 5 at the Cannery Arts Centre.

EPiC features works by potters at all stages of their practice, from emerging creatives to experienced artists, offering a glimpse into the diverse ways clay can be shaped, transformed and interpreted.

Adding another layer of challenge, discovery and unpredictability, members have also been learning and experimenting with Raku firing.

Known for its dramatic firing process and unpredictable outcomes, Raku encourages potters to surrender control and embrace the risks and rewards of experimentation, where no two pieces are ever quite the same.

Curator Karen Ritchie explained the meaning behind the exhibition’s title.

“EPiC stands for Esperance Potters Club, with a lowercase ‘i’ placed proudly at its heart,” Ritchie said.

“I for ID. Inspiration. Idiosyncrasy. Incredible. Iconic. Infinite. Immeasurable. Innovation. Impetuosity. Irregular. Immense. Illuminating. Inquisitive. Invaluable.

“A single letter that speaks to the many possibilities, contradictions and creative impulses that shape both the artist and the art.”

The exhibition will open on July 23 from 6pm to 8pm and be open from 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Friday and noon to 4pm on Saturdays until September 5.