Hand thrown plates in various shades of green and cream, shot from above, sit on a pink table top, a hand reaching in from out of frame to pick one up. Artist Joy Tanner.

Events

You can find Joy's work in person at events throughout the year. You can also take pottery or firing workshops at the studio in Bakersville, NC. Joy also teaches yoga classes and workshops you can join! Visit her Yoga page to learn more!
If you have any questions, please email joy@joytannerpottery.com

  • earth toned handmade pottery mug with handcarved texture

    CUPful - Celebrating the Daily Ritual

    January 9 - February 22, 2026
    Cedar Creek Gallery
    Creedmoor, NC

    There’s something extraordinary about drinking from a mug you truly love—the weight, the curve, the warmth settling into your hands. It turns a simple sip into a moment you look forward to every day.

    Cedar Creek CUPful Exhibit 
  • detail of a green patterned small plate

    Pottery 101 Gallery - April Featured Artist

    March 28 Opening Reception 5- 7 pm
    Pottery 101 Gallery
    Salisbury, NC

    This beautiful gallery has showcased my pottery for many years. Come join me on March 28 for the opening reception for my exhibit! I will be displaying my recent soda fired pottery.

    Visit Pottery 101 
  • handmade planter

    Thrown Together Potters

    April 25, 2026
    (Online May 2nd)
    1225 Dade Street
    Charlotte, NC

    Join me in Charlotte this spring to see my latest soda fired pots, as well as the work from other wonderful potters!


    Visit Thrown Together Potters 
  • Hands come in from out of frame to pour tea out of a Joy Tanner Pottery teapot into a little cup that sits on a pink table in front of a handmade ceramic tray and a little creamer and sugar that sit on top of the tray.

    National Teapot Show XIII

    May 16- September 14, 2026
    Cedar Creek Gallery
    Creedmoor, NC

    Teapots are one of my favorite forms to make. Come see my teapots I will submit for this beautiful exhibition! Cedar Creek Gallery proudly presents the National Teapot Show XIII.

    Visit the Teapot Exhibition 

  • Toe River Arts Spring Studio Tour

    June 5 - 7, 2026
    Wood Song Pottery
    Bakersville, NC

    Since 1992, the Toe River Arts Studio Tour has showcased the talent and studios of North Carolina’s Yancey and Mitchell County artists. Come visit Wood Song Pottery while you are touring studios in Bakersville, NC.

    Learn more about the tour 
  • A group of handmade pots hand thrown and carved by artist Joy Tanner sit on a peach table against a blushy backdrop. Image by Loam

    Spruce Pine Potters Market

    October 10-11, 2026
    31 Cross Street
    Spruce Pine, NC

    Come see me at my favorite local pottery show. I'm always inspired by all of the potters who live and work around me, this is a chance for us to gather together for this beautiful pottery show!

    The Spruce Pine Potters Market is an annual show that is managed and organized by our artists who live and work in a two county area of western North Carolina. The rich history of craft in this mountain region, along with the renowned Penland School of Craft, has brought these artists to call this area home. Our unique combination of ceramic artists sets the stage for a dynamic show.

    Plan your visit 
  • Black starry night handmade pottery mug with green leaves

    Toe River Arts Fall Studio Tour

    November 7 - 9, 2025
    Wood Song Pottery
    Bakersville, NC

    Since 1992, the Toe River Arts Studio Tour has showcased the talent and studios of North Carolina’s Yancey and Mitchell County artists. Come visit Wood Song Pottery while you are touring studios in Bakersville, NC.

    Learn more about the tour 
  • Hands come in from out of frame to pour tea out of a rusty colored Joy Tanner Pottery teapot into a little cup that sits on a handmade ceramic tray and a little creamer and sugar that sit on top of the tray as well.

    Second Annual Tea Invitational

    November 7, 2025
    Reception 5- 9 pm
    Highland Gallery
    South Bend, IN

    I'm exhibiting 2 teapots in this show at this beautiful gallery!

    Learn more here! 

  • Marshall Handmade Market

    November 22-23, 2025
    10-5 pm
    Odonata Farm, Mars Hill, NC

    Join me for this wonderful market this November at a beautiful farm in Mars Hill.

    Learn more here! 

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