Mike Korsak
  • Pittsburgh, PA
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  • Todd Leback
  • Society for Contemporary Craft
  • Adam Kenney
  • Jeff Baenen
  • Michael McCoy
  • The Furniture Society
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  • Glen Guarino
  • Harriete Estel Berman
  • Victoria Lansford
  • Brigitte Martin

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Mike Korsak joined Marina Sheetikoff's group
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CHAIN

CHAINcrafthaus online exhibit:November 2-December 2, 2012 Participants were asked to send one image of a piece of chain between 10 and 20 cm long. The online exhibit is the result of the images selected and linked in a long and unique chain shown on real size.These works are visually connected by a round jump link. See More
Sep 4, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Katie Poterala's group
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First Hand

“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…See More
Sep 4, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined ATTA Gallery's group
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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
Sep 4, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Brigitte Martin's group
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FERROUS - A Cooperative Exhibition between Velvet Da Vinci Gallery and crafthaus.

“Ferrous”- A Cooperative Exhibition between Velvet Da Vinci Gallery, SF and crafthaus. Exhibition dates: March 1 - April 14, 2013Simultaneous exhibition at Velvet da Vinci Gallery, SF and crafthaus (online)!See More
Sep 4, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Melissa Cameron's group
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Coming up from the south

Jewelery works from emerging artists from Australia. Curated by Melissa Cameron.See More
Sep 4, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Brigitte Martin's group
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Crafthaus Project Grant 2012 - VOTE

The voting process for this grant has ended.See More
Sep 4, 2012
Mike Korsak joined Liz Steiner's group
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SNAG Conference 2012 Phoenix

Jillian Moore and Liz Steiner blog the events of the 2012 SNAG Conference "The Heat is On!",  happening May 23-26, in Phoenix, AZ.See More
Jun 12, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Melissa Walter's group
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Artist Interviews-Where are you going? Where have you been? How did you get there?

About this blog--As a recent graduate and currently in a one-year residency the question of what’s next and how to get there is always on my mind. For this blog I will be interviewing artists who have taken varying paths and pursued different careers in or out of the arts to see what they are doing now and the steps they took to get there. Special Note--I want this to be a way to share how we are all trying to figure out the paths to what’s next and where to go, not answers or things to do, but…See More
Jun 12, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Brigitte Martin's group
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Cooperative Projects

What is it about cooperative projects that fascinates us so much? Is it the process or is it the outcome? Or is it the knowledge that working cooperatively can be both fun and challenging at the same time? Let's find out about your cooperative projects!See More
Jun 12, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Angelina Ciulik's group
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Sporadic Chronicle

The Sporadic Chronicle is the unpredictable work journal of an Aficionado. The Chronicle follows the progress of Angelina Ciulik as she fabricates various projects for the entertainment industry, launches her jewelry line and products for her novelty line as well.See More
Jun 12, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Brigitte Martin's group
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Humor in Craft

View an excerpt of the recently published Humor in Craft Book:This online exhibit features 12 +1 images of humorous craft artwork from around the world and the artists' commentary about the role humor plays in their work.Fun for all! Visit the exhibitions:Humor in Metal, May 23-26, 2012Scottsdale Center for the…See More
Apr 29, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Brigitte Martin's group
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Inspiration!

Posts about the things that inspire us to make our work and to get out of a creative rut.See More
Apr 17, 2012
Mike Korsak joined Timothy Jay Nelson's group
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Steampunk-A gaslamp fantasy made real

Mar 26, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Jessica Todd's group
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The MFA Guidebook for Studio Artists

This blog is intended as a guide for potential and current MFA students, focusing on those in the craft disciplines. It will primarily focus on tips for prospective students, but will also address the needs of those currently working toward their degrees. By sharing my own experience, articles I find and interviews I conduct, I will work to offer guidance to studio artists who may be nervous to start the journey alone so that they can have the same phenomenal opportunity and experience that I’m…See More
Mar 26, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Ross Annels's group
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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
Mar 26, 2012
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Mike Korsak joined Jeffrey Robert McGee's group
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Kinetic Revelations

A open forum for discussing the tradition of kinetic art and the revealing of its contemporary participants. See More
Mar 26, 2012
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Where do you live ? City, State and Country
Pittsburgh, PA
Place of Work ? Example: Studio, College, Gallery, Museum, ...)
home studio
I am a .... Example: Student, Maker, Educator, etc.
I design and build custom furniture using traditional joinery and craftsmanship My furniture is made from beautiful, native woods such as cherry, maple, and walnut. The design of each piece is a collaboration between maker and client and thus each piece is one-of-a-kind, a reflection of who you are and what you value.
Your website, DIRECT flickr or DIRECT facebook links where your work can be seen.
http://www.mikekorsak.com
Describe your media/materials you work with
furniture, wood
If "other" - what media do you work with?
I make furniture because the process of creating beautiful and functional objects gives me a sense of satisfaction that I have not found through any other means. For me, the process of making furniture begins with an idea; a need unfulfilled, a keepsake to treasure, perhaps a gift. Through sketches, mock-ups, and full size drawings, an idea develops into a design; one that is subtle yet poignant, functional yet pleasing. I strive for individuality and elegance in design, and rely on details, composition, scale, and proportion to achieve that goal.
What strikes me the most about making furniture is the relationship that I develop with each piece as it transforms into the finished work. Each of the steps that go into making furniture - choosing the material, working the wood from rough to finished, cutting the joinery, shaping the individual parts – is a chance for me to impart a bit of my own personality. And each piece has an effect on me, as well. I learn something about each piece, such as the characteristics of a particular piece of wood, how a certain detail affects the overall, how light reflects off of a certain detail.
I hope that when one views my work, they can see that relationship in the way the joints are cut and meticulously fit, in the way each small detail relates to the entire piece, and in the way that the wood chosen accentuates the design.

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At 12:50pm on April 23, 2011, Larry Berger said…
Very nice clean work, like what you are doing.
At 2:20pm on April 20, 2011, Brigitte Martin said…

Mike,

 

Welcome to crafthaus, the network for fine craft artists and those who support them! I am very glad you joined us! Your crafthaus membership is valid through May 15, 2013.
Please look around and add your thoughts to the groups, blogs and discussions. Crafthaus is a participatory sport!

Please note that ALL images sent to the website editor are vetted to assure a measure of overall quality control. Unlike other image sharing websites, crafthaus is not a "free-for-all". Our members present their work in front of an educated and critical audience (their peers,) so the photos have to be GREAT. Our goal is to show our members' work in the best possible light. From the many images received daily, we aim to post as many as possible. Crafthaus heartily encourages comments from the membership, however, with regard to photos posted or not, we have a strict "NO WHINING" policy in effect! :-)

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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.

Curator: Heng Lee

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The Justified Sinner posted a blog post

What 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
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John Lunn added 2 discussions to the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
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The Justified Sinner and Pat Morrow are now friends
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Anna Sprague joined Heng Lee's group
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Treasures from Taiwan

Treasures from Taiwan 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.Curator: Heng LeeSee More
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John Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion Third time's the charm... in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
"You got that right p, Jennifer!"
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Jennifer Dewey replied to John Lunn's discussion Third time's the charm... in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
"The computer Gods don't seem to want you to spend too much time blogging... you must be needed elsewhere, with great adventures to be found away from the keyboard!  Have fun... hope the weather is fabulous in your former home town. Seems…"
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Caroline Bassett joined Rebecca Rose's group
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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 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!See More
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Sandra Murray left a comment for Pat Morrow
"Hi Pat, Thank you for your friendship! It's nice to connect with you on Crafthaus. :-)"
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Pat Morrow commented on Pat Morrow's group Signature Work
"Tom - time to pick one - you have many that would work for Part 2"
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The Justified Sinner posted a blog post

290° - The first of the Scottish degree shows

It is that time of year again, when the degree shows in Scotland all kick off. As usual, the roll is started by Dundee's Duncan of Jordanstone College of  Art & Design - DJCAD for short. Regular readers of my blog will know that Dundee is my favourite Scottish city and has been for many, many years, so it is something of a surprise to realise that until last…See More
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"Thanks for the friending. I have seen your work all over tumblr!"
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Joshua P McVety and Adam Joseph Kessler are now friends
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Hu Jun and Heng Lee are now friends
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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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