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Peggy Potts commented on Chris Shea's photo
Display Case for Washington Guild of Goldsmiths
"Wow!!!! These would make anyone's work look like a million bucks!"
Chris Shea posted a status"The Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum has purchased three of my furniture pieces for their permanent collection!"
Chris Shea joined The Furniture Society's group
Furniture Society
The Furniture Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the art of furniture making.facebook.com/furnituresocietytwitter.com/furnsocflickr.com/furnituresocietylinkedin.com/in/thefurnituresocietySee More
Profile Information
- Where do you live ? City, State and Country
- Brandywine, MD
- Place of Work ? Example: Studio, College, Gallery, Museum, ...)
- Self-employed: Chris Shea Art Furniture & Architectural Metalwork
- I am a .... Example: Student, Maker, Educator, etc.
- Chris Shea designs and creates hand-forged furniture, sculpture and architectural metalwork at his studio in Brandywine, MD. A professional artist and blacksmith for 10 years, Chris works with individuals, designers, and architects on special commissions and site-specific designs. His work is shown at Wexler Gallery in Philadelphia and has been exhibited throughout the country.
Chris Shea studied blacksmithing and silversmithing at the Appalachian Center for Crafts in Tennessee, and has taught at Montgomery College in Rockville, MD, Thomas Jefferson Arts Center in Arlington, VA, and Snow Farm Craft School in Williamsburg, MA. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Cornell University.
- Your website, DIRECT flickr or DIRECT facebook links where your work can be seen.
- http://www.chrisshea.com
- Describe your media/materials you work with
- metalsmith, blacksmith, furniture, ironwork, metal, iron, steel, bronze, glass, architectural, commission
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 12:03pm on April 12, 2011,
Brigitte Martin said… - Thank you very much for your memership payment and support of crafthaus. Your membership is valid through April 15, 2012.
Enjoy crafthaus, participate often :-) New work to upload ?
- At 9:30pm on January 4, 2010,
Mark Herndon said… - wow chris you work is amazing!!!
wish i still lived in maryland, i'd like to see that stuff up close.
- At 11:49pm on December 30, 2009,
cosmo barbaro said… - fantastic work chris, well done, love the mixture of materials in your work.
- At 3:26pm on December 30, 2009,
Yael Shomroni said… - Beautiful work!
- At 7:36pm on December 29, 2009, Chris Shea said…
- What a wonderful response. Thank you, Kvetoslava.
- At 5:23pm on December 29, 2009,
Kvetoslava Sekanova said… - Hi Chris,
After seeing your work it feels like I know you... your work is so full of your energy. it's wonderful! ;-)
- At 10:25pm on December 27, 2009,
Thea Clark said… - Wonderful work!
Deadline to apply: August 15, 2013
Latest Activity
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"Dear Rebecca,
Do you know a promising new art jewelry talent? Have you told them about the 2013 AJF Artist Award for an Emerging Jeweler? Perhaps you qualify? Time is running out to submit your application.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: June 30,…"
Kalika Bowlby added a discussion to the group Earth/Energy: NCECA 2013
Interviewing NCECA 2013 Emerging Artist Linda Swanson
NCECA 2013 Emerging Artist Linda Swanson makes us think about ceramic materials in a new and dynamic way. Her installation, site specific, fired and unfired work all has an emphasis on time, material and transformation. Linda generously shared her time and thoughts with me about her current studio practice and the path that has led her there. I hope you enjoy this interview with Linda Swanson. You can see more of her work at: …See More
Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
Exploring the possibilities for us to bring all our diverse interests & skills into the art we create.See More
Linda Kaye-Moses replied to Brigitte Martin's discussion Behind The Brooch - Lorena Angulo in the group Art and Craft Book Reviews"Pre-ordered just now, dear Lorena,
Way to go, girl!
LKM"
TomMac Garrett left a comment for Brigitte Martin"Thank you Brigitte. A lot to take in? yes, just a bit. Thanks for all your hard work. looking forward to the book."
Brigitte Martin left a comment for TomMac Garrett"Today's newsletter to help you see what's going on here every week:
http://crafthaus.ning.com/page/what-s-new-newsletter-june-18-2013
Enjoy your time, I know it's a lot to take in.
Best,
Brigitte
PS: I mailed the book to you today…"
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!
New: Indiegogo Campaign to bring US jewelry to Europe!
Please support this effort:
A group of 10 young US jewelry artists will attend Sierrad this Fall showing their work to the European market - and bringing back exciting info for all of us!
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