"A wonderful story Brigitte. It would be interesting to find a connection to the evil eye in jewellery. That would be a long bow, I know, but intriguing."
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Kevin Murray joined Melissa Cameron's group
Coming up from the south
Jewelery works from emerging artists from Australia. Curated by Melissa Cameron.See More
Kevin Murray joined ATTA Gallery's group
A Glimpse of Thai Craft-Based Contemporary Art
Even though Thailand is well-known for its craft and mass-produced decorative products, its craft-based contemporary art is relatively unknown to both local and international markets. Therefore it was my great pleasure to be able to let the world see the kind of craft-based contemporary art created by Thai artists within the past few years. In this exhibition three fields of craft-based contemporary art are presented: ceramics (4), jewelry (3) and wood (1). I hope you enjoy and appreciate…See More
Kevin Murray commented on Brigitte Martin's video
TEDxFargo: Michael Strand - The Spaces Between: Art, Craft and Humanity
"I liked this talk a lot. I admired Michael's generosity, and the productive way he places ceramics at the centre of story exchange. But at the same time, I'm not a ceramicist. I'm curious to know what someone in his field of practice…"
Kevin Murray commented on Kevin Murray's blog post Denim craft"The denim articles are here: http://journalofmoderncraft.com/table-of-contents/journal-of-modern-craft-4-3
I hadn't come across Denimu before. He does seem to express the democratic nature of jeans in a very direct way. The articles in JMC…"
Brigitte Martin commented on Kevin Murray's blog post Denim craft"I have not seen much really innovative things done with denim. There is one artist, Denimu, I am aware of who works solely in denim. Here's an image of one of his urban landscapes which I really like:
Source:…"
Kevin Murray posted a blog postDenim craft
Has anyone notice interesting new craft practices with denim? The latest Journal of Modern Craft looks at the place of craft practice in contemporary textile industry. There's a couple of wonderful free articles on the craft of denim production - quite an eye opener!See More
Kevin Murray joined Ross Annels's group
Craft, Collaboration and crossing continents
Blogging the journey from my studio cross continents to international collaborations, and the ripples and reflections back into my practice.See More
Kevin Murray commented on Timothy Jay Nelson's group Steampunk-A gaslamp fantasy made real"Yes, Steampunk certainly does seem to have a different attitude to technology. But perhaps that is the nature of any contemporary craft movement, that it looks back to the preceding era, whether that's the cottage weavers in the industrial age,…"
Kevin Murray commented on Timothy Jay Nelson's group Steampunk-A gaslamp fantasy made real"It's great to read Steampunk expressed so passionately. You make it seem much more than a fashion. We've been talking about the historical comparison between Steampunk and the Arts & Crafts Movement at www.journalofmoderncraft.com.…"
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Denim craft
Posted on February 11, 2012 at 9:43pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Has anyone notice interesting new craft practices with denim? The latest Journal of Modern Craft looks at the place of craft practice in contemporary textile industry. There's a couple of wonderful free articles on the craft of denim production - quite an eye opener!
New issue of Journal of Modern Craft - Writing Things Well
Posted on June 5, 2011 at 7:44am 6 Comments 2 Likes
The latest issue of Journal of Modern Craft 4.1 contains an interview with A.S. Byatt. author of the Children's Book which explores the Edwardian attitudes to craft. In that she expresses some strong views:
"I decided that a kind of rather flat skepticism, and making things, making things well, is better than a utopian attempt to reform society." A.S. Byatt
We are exploring some of these issues on…
Continue New issue of Journal of Modern Craft - Does Craft Want to be Free?
Posted on August 29, 2010 at 1:16am 0 Comments 0 Likes
To coincide with the release of JMC 3.2, the online version of the journal has a focus on creative commons for craft.
Traditionally, craft evolved in guilds that limit access to technical knowledge and controlled prices. Today there is talk of
‘digital guilds’ that use open platforms to freely share information.
Yet, the modern design industry depends on the notion of intellectual
property to encourage investment in innovation. How do current systems
like Creative… Continue
Traditionally, craft evolved in guilds that limit access to technical knowledge and controlled prices. Today there is talk of
‘digital guilds’ that use open platforms to freely share information.
Yet, the modern design industry depends on the notion of intellectual
property to encourage investment in innovation. How do current systems
like Creative… Continue
Does craft want to be free?
Posted on July 4, 2010 at 7:44pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Here's an update for Crafthaus members on what's happening at www.journalofmoderncraft.com.
Posts on the Journal of Modern Craft website have attracted some lively discussions recently.
Posts on the Journal of Modern Craft website have attracted some lively discussions recently.
There's a refreshing difference of opinions, particularly between theory and
practice.
The current issue focuses on the culture of the copy in Japan. The next will concern digital…
Continue Can a copy be creative? Craft in Japan
Posted on April 12, 2010 at 8:08am 0 Comments 0 Likes
The first issue of 2010 for Journal of Modern Craft is out now, with a special focus on Japan. In this case we will be considering in particular the role of the copy in traditional Japanese craft. The Japanese concept of dentō kōgei ( 'traditional art crafts') recognises the practice of reproducing classic works as an ideal of 'formative expression'. The studio craft movement of the West valued originality. In modern art, the… Continue
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 7:05pm on June 1, 2011, Brigitte Martin said…
- It was great meeting you at SNAG. Hope you had a good trip home.
Brigitte
Ps: Timothy is on Crafthaus if you want to be in touch with him.
- At 6:01pm on June 21, 2010,
Li-Chu Wu said… - Thank you for ur comment~ :)
- At 2:13pm on May 14, 2009, Brigitte Martin said…
- Hello Kevin:
I think your group might be interested in a new discussion thread we have going here:
http://crafthaus.ning.com/forum/topics/would-you-put-your-own-work
Best, Brigitte
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.
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Tammy Young Eun Kim left a comment for Casey Sheppard"Dear Casey, thanks for the add and your kind words! I enjoy your work also! Love the scarlet hairdo :)"
John Lunn added a discussion to the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
Third time's the charm...
I keep trying to write this blog and get it posted but I seem to run into self inflicted road blocks. I was hoping to have something running by Wednesday. First, I have 2 computers and Ive done bits and pieces on them both. Second, I cant seem to find a wifi hook up when I need it or when I have the draft I want to post. On top of that, there's been very little time away from the conference or visiting family for me to go onkine. Finally, when I was going to post this afternoon, the battery…See More
Pat Morrow replied to Pat Morrow's discussion Signature Work - Part 2 in the group crafthaus online Exhibitions"Get your entries in by June 1!"
Mindy Recht posted a blog postHot Rocks and Heavy Metal - an invitation to celebrate jewelry and design in NYC
As part of NYCxDesign, the NYCEDC is sponsoring this fab event. All those interested in design and jewelry are welcome Please join us on May 21st - 7-9pm...Consumers, designers and jewelers from all over the world flock to 47th Street -the “Diamond District”- to find stone dealers, casting houses, raw materials, and inspiration. Join the New York City Economic Development Corporation, the 47th Street BID and CJ Recht for Hot Rocks and Heavy Metal, an evening of presentations and cocktails at…See More
Mindy Recht posted an eventHot Rocks and Heavy Metal: A celebration of jewelry design in NYC at Diamond Dealer's Club
May 21, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm
Consumers, designers and jewelers from all over the world flock to 47th Street -the “Diamond District”- to find stone dealers, casting houses, raw materials, and inspiration. Join the New York City Economic Development Corporation, the 47th Street BID and CJ Recht for Hot Rocks and Heavy Metal, an evening of presentations and cocktails at the Diamond Dealer’s Club, an institution at the heart of the City’s jewelry industry. Since its founding in 1931, the Diamond Dealer’s Club (DDC) has grown…See More
Lindsey Snell posted a status"Follow me for the 2013 PDS at SNAG
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Society for Contemporary Craft posted a status"Artist Jodi Colella will be here this weekend, teaching Fiber Sculpture in our Studio! Here's her blog: http://jodicolella.blogspot.com/"
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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