Vincent Tamplain Artist Bio

Vincent Tamplain grew up outside of New Orleans with a wealth of culture and wildlife to explore. During his childhood, he juggled athletics, academics, and the arts, founding Little Leaf Pottery and traveling to about 10 fine art shows annually while still in high school. A self-taught potter at the time, he did not know that his hobby would turn into a career and a lifestyle.

Establishing a professional pottery practice gave Tamplain motivation to keep making and insight to grow Little Leaf. After taking ceramics courses at the University of Denver, he decided to pursue formal art education. He transferred to Nicholls State University to get back in touch with what he knew, which allowed him to set his sights a little wider. His next venture was a seven-show tour that circled the eastern United States, finishing in a standalone show, Little Leaf Pottery Party in New Orleans, Louisiana. On the tour, he drove through the small village of Alfred and knew that was where he needed to be.

Currently, Tamplain is a student in the BFA program at the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University. He is studying ceramics in depth, focusing on sculptural work while still making pots in his spare time and maintaining a presence for Little Leaf Pottery. In his collegiate studies he has learn crafts such as glass, printmaking, 3D printing, and hopes to incorporate these media in his current works. Tamplain is interested in making his work mobile and versatile.

Upcoming Events:

Currently Studying at Alfred University

Previous Exhibitions:

Alfred Art Walk – Intern Takeover, Alfred, New York August 2019
Little Leaf Pottery Pottery and Tea Ceremony, New Orleans, LA August 2018
Bi-weekly Member of Art in the Bend, Jefferson, LA 2018
17th Annual Berkshires Arts Festival, Great Barrington, MA July 2018
28th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival, Philadelphia, PA June 2018
Allentown Arts Festival, Buffalo, NY June 2018
LUNA FETE Light Show and Art Show, New Orleans, LA December 2017
White Lenin Art Show, New Orleans, LA August 2017
Annual Art in the Pass, Pass Christian, MS April 2016-2018
Monthly Member of the Arts Market of New Orleans 2014-present

Honors:

Runner- up, Best in Show at Art in the Pass, Pass Christian, MS 2018