"Super response from John Rose explaining why "educating the consumer" doesn't work.
Can I suggest that everyone listen to Seth Godin Ted Talk titled, "How to Get Your Ideas to Spread" …"
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PARTICIPATORY SPORT FOR CRAFT ARTISTS
Monday, October 25, 2010
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The New Materiality: Digital Dialogues at the Boundaries of Contemporary Craft
June 8, 2010 at 6pm to February 6, 2011 at 5pm – Fuller Craft Museum This exhibition examines the work of sixteen established and emerging makers working within traditional craft disciplines or with traditional craft materials that are treading compelling territory be… Organized by | Type: exhibition
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DIY - A revolution in Handicrafts
September 10, 2010 at 6pm to March 26, 2011 at 5pm – Society for Contemporary Craft Organized by SCC | Type: exhibition
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A Show of Heads
October 2, 2010 at 10am to November 13, 2010 at 5pm – Cinema Gallery Sculpture by Tom Bartel, Tanya Batura, Cristina Cordova, Thaddeus Erdahl, Judy Fox, Arthur Gonzalez, Roxanne Jackson, Doug Jeck, Akio Takamori, and Tip Toland. Organized by Jacob Foran | Type: sculpture, ceramics
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Art Craft Design Dialogue
October 12, 2010 at 6pm to November 20, 2010 at 5pm – Christine Walker Gallery, Caterham School, Surrey, UK Curated exhibition exploring the dialogue in and around contemporary Art Craft and Design t;"> Organized by Tamsin Leighton-Boyce | Type: exhibition
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Exhibtion Opening at new Harvey Gantt Center Charlotte, NC
October 16, 2010 at 11am to January 23, 2011 at 5pm – Harvey Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture Deborah Willis and Hank Willis Thomas — mother and son — collaborate with Fo Wilson and her son Dayo Harewood for Progeny Two which opens to Gantt Center members & donors on Friday, October 8 at… Organized by | Type: exhibition, opening
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Play by Play
October 21, 2010 at 6pm to November 28, 2010 at 5pm – Crafts Council of BC Gallery, Granville Island Play by Play is an exhibit of works by Nancy Walker (ceramics) and Bettina Matzkuhn (textile). Walker's interactive clay sculptures feature a cast of animated characters. Matzkuhn embroiders surprisi… Organized by Crafts Council of BC | Type: exhibit
NEW: Treasures from Taiwan - a crafthaus online exhibition...
Treasures from Taiwan - a crafthaus online exhibition shows contemporary metal art and jewelry from 11 Taiwanese contemporary emerging artists. Treasures from Taiwan will be highlighted on Crafthaus as an online exhibition from May 8 to June 7, 2013.
Latest Activity
Harriete Estel Berman replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
2Roses replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft""Educating the customer" as a marketing strategy has long been known in business circles as ineffective and to be avoided except under very narrowly defined conditions. The reason being that "education" is extremely expensive to…"
Ann Thompson replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"If educating the public about our work and processes isn't a good marketing strategy where does that leave us in terms of the value of our work in the marketplace? Sort of confused by your comment, Harriet, so I'd like to understand it…"
Anna Sprague posted a photo
Backyard Portrait: Winter
48" long necklace in sterling silver, patina, cast and fabricated.www.annaspraguejewelry.com
Harriete Estel Berman replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"Educating the customer sounds good, It is not an effective marketing strategy, but I heard those comments too at the SNAG Conference. .I look forward to hearing. your thoughts.Harriete
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Joy Ude posted a status"New Flickr photostream for my studio work and shows!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/joyoftextiles/"
Joy Ude posted a status"New Flickr photostream for my studio work!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/joyoftextiles/"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"UCA Farnham preview is this Thursday and show is open up to and including the 1st June! Jewellery and Metalwork in the foyer and James Hockey Gallery!"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"College shows coming up!!! any of you exhibiting this year and when?
http://www.newdesigners.com/
the J stands are the jewellery zone stands at New Designers!"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"Following the success of our fairs at RHS Garden Wisley, we are delighted to have been invited to stage another event at a RHS venue.
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, near Chelmsford, Essex. We shall be staging the event alongside the already…"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"This year South Hill Park’s annual Student Open evolves into the SHP Summer Open 2013, inviting Berkshire-based artists and makers to submit their latest work in this opportunity to exhibit. Student work from South Hill…"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"Registration for International Jewellery London is now open.
You have been pre-qualified for FAST TRACK registration. A fast track pass gives you access to the International Jewellery London Trade Exhibition from 1- 4 September 2013.
We look…"
The Justified Sinner posted a blog postWhat Have I Been Up To?
Since returning from Istanbul, it has been non-stop in the workshop, preparing work for orders and making some new pieces too. I've sidelined a number of works-in-progress in order to get on with more pressing issues, so there are no updates on my Chanel-inspired piece or my tribute to Alexander McQueen, though I have progressed apace with my first foray into electronics in jewellery, "14th Century Nightlife" which I hope to finish finally this coming week after it sitting on my bench for…See More
New blog ...
Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately
- by Rebecca Rose. 2013, SNAG/crafthaus Scholarship Recipient
For the next 13 months we'll discuss the trials, triumphs, and tribulations of exhibiting in art shows as emerging artists and established artists. Exhibition coverage will be balanced with tips on how to strategically build a legacy over a length of time, in a way that makes sense to your individual goals as an artist and maker.
Join us each month! There will be surprises around every corner, with photos, videos, SNAG conference coverage, and occasional interviews by rising artists!
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