Gliterally Awesome!
On September 6th, our clay community gathered to honor Cappy Thompson, a celebrated artist and nine-year member of the Board. Cappy was recognized for her profound service and dedication to Pottery Northwest. Check out our photos and video below.
Stories of Possibility
Experience the Pottery Northwest story through the lens of three studio members. While each person has a unique perspective, they share the same feeling of welcoming, kindness, respect, and joy when working in the studio. Hear their remarkable personal journey at Seattle's most established and celebrated ceramics studio: Pottery Northwest.
Lustre brings us together in a glittering celebration of our amazing ceramics community!
Guests will experience:
Exquisite auction pieces from our permanent collection, and from friends of Pottery Northwest
Delectable dining and open bar
Clay experiences
Live music, DJ, and Dance Party
Help us shine with your generosity!
Support us in our mission to inspire and educate an inclusive community centered in clay. Help us put the lustre on creativity at Pottery Northwest by purchasing your ticket(s) today. Invite your friends and colleagues to do the same.
Main Event - 6:00PM to 8:30PM
(includes Lustre Glitter Party access)
$100: Individual Ticket
$175: Two Tickets
$700: 8-Person Party
Lustre Glitter Party - 8:30PM to 10:00PM
$30 – Individual Ticket
(includes two drink tickets)
Remember, this is gliterally your moment to shine. You may wear your most lustrous cocktail attire, or come as you are.
Sponsorship & Advertising
Pottery Northwest offers Lustre sponsorship and advertising opportunities. Please review the linked opportunities packet and consider supporting Lustre, today. Please contact Kristen Lound at kristen@potterynorthwest.org for more information.
Auction Donations
Pottery Northwest is now accepting donations for inclusion in our Luster 2023 Live Auction and our table centerpieces. All proceeds raised from donations fund our education partnerships, studio apprenticeships, and artists-in-residence programs. Please contact Shayla Alarie at shayla@potterynorthwest.org for more information.
Accessibility
Expense: While Lustre is a fundraising event designed to solicit financial support to fund our mission, we are acutely aware of the financial barrier this may present to some members of our community. A limited number of complimentary tickets will be made available on a first come, first served basis.
Venue: Luster will be hosted at Climate Pledge Arena (334 First Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109), a fully ADA compliant facility
Parking: Complimentary parking and valet will be available to all Luster attendees
Transportation: Climate Pledge Arena and Seattle Center are serviced by extensive bus service routes. Use the trip planner below to make your plan.
Trip Planner
If you would like to discuss physical or cognitive accessibility needs for this event, please e-mail Kristen@potterynorthwest.org
Special thanks to our incredible 2023 Lustre Planning Committee
Taryn Coles
Terry Jennings
Ritika Kanade
Ed King
Su Liu
Kristen Lound
Simmi Parmar
Nicole Zarfos
FAQ
What is the event date and time?
The 2023 Lustre event will take place on Thursday, September 6pm. Ticket holders can access parking, the Space Needle Lounge, and view exclusive auction items starting at 6pm.
Where is Climate Pledge Arena?
334 1st Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109
Lustre will take place in the Space Needle Lounge and the Alaska Airlines Atrium.
Can we buy the centerpieces?
Absolutely. Each table will have centerpieces hand-crafted by our artist community. Each item will be available for sale - which you can take home that night to enjoy for years to come.
I can’t attend. How can I donate?
We will miss you and we welcome your support. To donate, simply CLICK HERE and follow the prompts to make a donation in support of Pottery Northwest. We hope to see you next year!
Will there be a live auction?
Yes! And you are invited to have fun as you participate in bidding on items in our auction. You can also purchase artist-crafted ceramic centerpieces from our dinner tables.
How will this benefit Pottery Northwest?
Lustre will raise funds to sustain our ceramic studio operations, grow our in-house and community-based educational programs, and fund our need-based scholarship program.