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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.
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.
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John Lunn added a discussion to the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
SNAG Toronto part 4
I'll leave my Toronto report with a few notes about the conference lectures and presentations. I'd have to say that there certainly was a mosaic of diversity in the 3+ days at the Royal York Hotel. From Damian Skinner's stoic keynote series on the jewelry making/marketing universe in his musical New Zealand accent, through a series of very short "rapid-fire" presentations by a wide variety of artists, to the Professional Development Seminar that lashed the artists and their works to the…See More
John Lunn left a comment for Jennifer Dewey"How great is that! See you there.
And....yeah, don't forget those chasing tools - I'm sure I'll want them."
Billie Jean Theide left a comment for Louise Perrone"Hi Louise,
I am so excited to have met you in Toronto.
Your work is fabulous!
Billie"
Harriete Estel Berman posted a status"The momentum of the lecture grows to 9,500 views. Are you part of the GOOD, the BAD, or the UGLY? You decide? http://ning.it/Z3KpCv"
Jennifer Dewey left a comment for John Lunn"Just got tickets for myself and another friend for the concert... we'll be on the dance floor, too! Can't wait to see Santana live... more excited for the extra-curriculars, than the jewelry show itself... YAY! The roller…"
Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately
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. Join us each month! There will be surprises around every corner, with photos, videos, SNAG conference coverage, and occasional interviews by rising artists!See More
Jennifer Dewey left a comment for John Lunn"Regardless of concert, we could meet Saturday morning and walk into show together... I do want to show you the extra chasing tools at some point (hope I remember to pack them - note to self), in case you want any of them :) Here's my cell…"
John Lunn left a comment for Jennifer Dewey"Im doing the standing room only on the dance floor at Santana. I stand all day at my work bench so standing through a concert is no biggie for me.
Otherwise, after the show or the next morning we could have breakfast and head into the jewelry…"
Rebecca Rose commented on Rebecca Rose's group Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately"Hi Steve welcome to the group! Been sifting through the SNAG conference pictures and info to compile entries for this week, for those who didn't have the chance to attend -in the meantime, thanks for your patience. I'd love to hear your…"
Jennifer Dewey left a comment for John Lunn"So glad you'll be able to buzz through show... it is HUGE, I hear, so probably difficult to meet up there.
I was thinking about seeing Santana... maybe I'll bite the bullet and we could meet up there. What section are your…"
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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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