"I agree 100% Brigitte. It is more work than most attendees will ever know to put together a conference like this and I, too, raise a toast of HEAR HEAR! to all involved. It was a great conference.
I hope I will be able to help SNAG with whatever…"
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“First Hand,” will function as an ongoing collection of tips, musings, and information gained primarily from ‘first hand’ experience. It will cover topics like: How I built a website from scratch, pricing and packaging, why Lady Gaga would wear your work, and a plethora of other exciting stuff in between. In addition to my own contributions, I will solicit the knowledge of others in the field in an effort to shed light on topics I have identified as vague but valuable in my own experience as an emerging artist.
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Wrap it up?!
Started by Katie Poterala. Last reply by Roxy Lentz May 1. 5 Replies 1 Like
You think about every detail of your work when you design it, modify it, redesign it, sometimes remake it and redesign it again until you’re ready to send it out into the world. One thing I’ve noticed is that sometimes artists (and yes I’ve been VERY guilty as well) neglect to take the same care in the packaging and presentation (and sometimes display) of this work. Packaging and display, just like your business cards and website, should complement your work. Sometimes, it can even make it…Continue
Wear Your Work
Started by Katie Poterala. Last reply by Roxy Lentz May 1. 4 Replies 2 Likes
OK, this one seems like a no-brainer, but it's so important. I realized everyone reading this doesn't make wearable objects, but I think the same concept applies (use it, display it, take it, whatever-it), at least for us functional folks. Here's why. Example: I walk into a place (any place -- it's insane all the place's I've been asked what I do, and by whom) and at some point strike up a conversation. In there somewhere the topic of what I do, metalsmithing/jewelry design, comes up. At…Continue
On Design
Started by Katie Poterala Sep 8, 2012. 0 Replies 1 Like
I've been thinking about design for a while. Not as in the design of a piece, but more like that 'other' field over there that sometimes lets down and sometimes amazes. That field that as craftspeople, we see as separate (most of the time). Many of you will remember a controversial talk by Garth Clark (at this year's SNAG conference) concerning the state of craft and our relationship to the 'design world'. If you weren't there, you can listen to the entire lecture…Continue
A Carefully Crafted Brand
Started by Katie Poterala. Last reply by Rameen Ahmed Aug 28, 2012. 2 Replies 1 Like
A few weeks ago I posted about branding. Although I typically shy away from huge corporations and large brand name merchandise, I’ll have to admit that I have an uncontrollable, visceral adoration for Anthropologie (Owned by Urban Outfitters). NOTE: I'm suspending and ignoring (but am fully aware of) the brand's unfortunate history of ripping off amazing artists for this post -- that's a whole other issue. I’ve been infatuated with…Continue
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Comment by Marilyn Davenport on April 3, 2013 at 8:50am -
Thank you for the invitation to First Hand. I look forward to this group's discussions.
Marilyn Davenport
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Comment by Leisa Rich on July 23, 2012 at 7:12am -
Thanks for the invite! Looking forward to updates, news, tips and info. If there is anything I can do- please let me know!
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Comment by Rachel Hayward on July 22, 2012 at 7:38pm -
It sounds like you design and sew as well, this should be an interesting blog.
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Comment by Michelle Pujol on July 22, 2012 at 12:50am -
Thank you for the invite!
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Comment by Tom Supensky on July 21, 2012 at 10:13am -
Regardless of what creative field in which one is involved, it is important to be yourself. I learned this lesson first hand while participating in a track meet at the Ohio State Univeristy some years ago. I was doing the long jump and I stood along side the runway watching another athelete take his jump. A voice next to me asked what was I doing. I said that I wanted to learn from this person because he was about to break the long jump record by Jesse Owens. The voice said, "That will not work. In order to be the best you can be you must look to who you are and your personal attributes." The voice was that of Jesse Owens himself. I learned that if I try to be someone else, I will fail to be the best I can be.
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Comment by Suzanne Golden on July 21, 2012 at 9:41am -
Thank you for the invitation....
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Comment by Sandra Murray on July 21, 2012 at 7:37am -
This sounds like a very interesting group and I look forward to learning from it! I think it will be of benefit to many artists. Thank you for sharing.
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John Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your CraftJohn Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"While, I'm offering some responses and feelings about the conference, it in no way diminishes the overall view that I really enjoyed it and thought it very worthwhile. All of the presentations and exhibits were valuable and help create a…"
Brigitte Martin replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"Regarding whether or not Toronto was a "good conference", I do respectfully disagree with Harriete. This was my 6th conference (Cleveland, Philly, Houston, Seattle, Phoenix, Toronto) and while I liked them all for different reasons, I…"
Harriete Estel Berman replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 3 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"Just to respond to a few sentences in this particular post: John said, "At the SNAG conference almost everyone had a college degree in the arts." Actually I think you might be surprised at the number of people at the Conference and…"
John Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"I'm with you, Emanuela. But let me respond from the perspective of the people I talked with: the talent lies in who and how you use the technology.
I guess time will prove or disprove this. In the meantime, I'm much more content to feel…"
John Lunn added a discussion to the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
SNAG Toronto part 3
I come from a very different background than most at the conference. I apprenticed with a self taught flutemaker. After 3 years, the only CV I left with was a flute I made that got me hired by a Boston company. I designed my own flute from experience and imagination. To this day my work has always been my only resume.At the SNAG conference almost everyone had a college degree in the arts. Whenever a speaker was introduced, their education highlights were listed along with the schools they were…See More
Sun Kyoung Kim liked Brigitte Martin's blog post Science meets Craft: Origami Engineering - David Gracias
Emanuela Aureli replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"i was not able to attend the snag conference in toronto, but discussions about the state of the art/jewelry is nevertheless dear to me and i am following developments on several fronts. the whole issue of technology, like cad, and anything that…"
Heidi Hinder left a comment for Brigitte Martin"Thanks Brigitte! Glad to be here (it's been one of those things I've been meaning to do for a while - sorry for the delay!) Looking forward to exploring the site :)
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Benjamin Dory left a comment for Brigitte Martin"Likewise, great to meet you at the conference! I'm looking forward to next time. Until then, best regards!"
Brigitte Martin left a comment for Heidi Hinder"This was today's newsletter sent out earlier today: http://crafthaus.ning.com/page/what-s-new-newsletter-may-21-2013
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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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