…is to Support the Ceramic Arts in Michigan
The Michigan Ceramic Art Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We rely heavily on individual and business donations to augment the member dues that support our programming and educational events.
We also depend on the generosity of:
- Artists who donate their time for workshops;
- Institutions, vendors, and private individuals who contribute space, materials, and funds; and
- A small group of dedicated volunteers who spend countless hours planning and implementing MCAA activities.
Board of Directors
Brian Kakas
President
Brian Kakas is Professor of Ceramics at Northern Michigan University located on the shores of Lake Superior and has been a professional ceramic artist for more than 20 years. He is thrilled to be part of the Board of MCAA and wants to focus on the expansion of outreach and opportunities for all members of our vibrant clay community.
Amber Lofty
At Large
Amber Lofty is a professional ceramic artist, educator, and director of Central Clay Studio in Plymouth, Michigan. With a passion for the clay community, she is committed to expanding outreach, resources, and opportunities for education.
Kelly Lyons
Vice President
Kelly Docter Lyons is a creator and educator, with a background spanning architecture, academia, and museums. She formerly served as the Curator of Education at Cranbrook Art Museum. She maintains her ceramic practice, Lucky Bunny Arts, in collaboration with her husband.
Steven Johnson
At Large
Steven Johnson is General Manager at Rovin Ceramics and has been working in clay for almost 20 years. With a deep love for clay either native/raw or refined then bagged he looks forward to upgrading the performance and material understanding of the clay community at large.
Jeff Rottman
At Large
Jeff Rottman is a potter as well as the founder and owner of GR Pottery Forms.
Jessica Brandl
At Large
Jessica Brandl is an American contemporary ceramics artist of Midwestern origins. Her work has been shown nationally and internationally in numerous solo and group exhibitions. In addition to shows and research, Jessica Brandl is the 2025 liaison for the Michigan Mud ceramic conference hosted by Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo.
Pam Graham
Secretary
Pam Graham has been creating handbuilt ceramics for more than 20 years. She is a retired automotive engineer and a part time instructor of handbuilding at Clawson Clay Guild. Pam is honored to serve on the MCAA board as secretary because she gets to connect with so many generous clay artists. Pam wants to bring more clay workshops and events to Michigan.
