Opening Night Reception: Show of Hands Art Exhibition

Show of Hands Artist Showcase
Presented by Heath Ceramics

Heath Ceramics is excited to announce Show of Hands, a showcase of new works curated by Clay Studio Director Tung Chiang. As part of Heath’s month-long Design Made Good celebration, this event highlights a range of artists whose work explores new possibilities in material, process, and perspective.

Hosted within Heath San Francisco’s intimate gallery space, Show of Hands offers a unique opportunity to embrace unfamiliar experiences and outlooks; to see and feel how a group of groundbreaking artists interpret, navigate, and ultimately shape the world around them by hand.

Engage with artists at different points in their journey—some just starting out, others evolving their practice—each bringing something new through clay, paint, textiles, metal, and more. Despite their varied backgrounds, all share a commitment to making by hand and a respect for the traditions that inform their work.

Meet the Featured Artists

• Ayano Shioya
• Brendan Monroe
• Brian Madden
• Max Frommeld
• Rafi Ajl
• Sarah Wertzberger

Curated by Tung Chiang
Since 2013, Tung Chiang has led the Heath Clay Studio, a small team of artisans who push the field of ceramics forward through experimentation with form, glaze, and technique. With a background in graphic and industrial design—and a lifelong passion for craft—Tung’s practice is rooted in observation, discovery, and a belief in the quiet power of objects that speak for themselves.

Tung took a deeply personal approach to curating Show of Hands, hand-selecting a diverse group of artists who—across a range of backgrounds and disciplines—challenge convention and offer a refreshing perspective on craft. His curation reflects a blend of creative curiosity, thoughtful execution, and a dedication to uplifting new and exciting artistic voices.

Opening Night Reception
Thursday, June 5 · 5–7pm
Join the artists and the Heath team for an evening of art, conversation, and community. 

Exhibition Details
June 5–22, 2025
Heath Showroom Gallery, 2900 18th Street, San Francisco

Additional events for Design Made Good Month

The Good Flea: A curated vintage market
June 14 & 15

As part of Heath’s month-long Design Made Good celebration, The Good Flea complements the Show of Hands artist showcase by bridging the gap between design’s past and present—and building excitement for what’s on the horizon.

The Good Flea is Heath’s take on a classic flea market, offering visitors a chance to shop a wide selection of rare and interesting antiques pulled from the private collections of expert curators, vendors, and creative leaders. This group—assembled by Clay Studio Director Tung Chiang—will bring not only hand-chosen vintage finds, but also a deep well of knowledge on design and craft history.

Hosted within Heath’s SF tile factory, The Good Flea showcases objects that span eras and styles—including some special finds from Heath’s archive! Enthusiasts, collectors, and connoisseurs are invited to discover unique, curated vintage pieces in an energetic, community-driven space.

The Good Flea is not just a market—it’s an opportunity to discover and connect with design history. Don’t miss the chance to explore rare finds and meet the experts behind them!