As he reflects on 25 years spent running his m.t. burton gallery and 19th Street Clay Studio in Surf City, potter and clay artist Matt Burton said two things make him most proud: giving back to the community and raising awareness of the visual arts in the LBI region.
In a move that will come as bittersweet news to countless many who have frequented his space, thrown on his wheels and made memories in his side yard, Burton has announced he will close his gallery and studio at the end of 2024.
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