crafthaus
PARTICIPATORY SPORT FOR CRAFT ARTISTS
-
Society for Contemporary Craft
- Pittsburgh, PA
- United States
Society for Contemporary Craft's Groups
About the Society for Contemporary Craft
Craft a conversation with us on Facebook,
SCC was established in 1971 by Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael to broaden opportunities for craft artists to exhibit and sell their work. The impetus behind its creation was the belief that many artists working with traditional craft materials were developing a unique vocabulary for these materials and in the process they were opening up a new avenue of creative effort in contemporary art. The Society for Contemporary Craft offers cutting edge exhibitions focused on multicultural diversity and non-mainstream art, as well as a range of classes, community outreach programs and a fantastic retail store.
In 1990, SCC established a satellite exhibition space at One Mellon Center which is located in downtown Pittsburgh. Six exhibitions are organized annually in this space. Located in the “T” station lobby of One Mellon Bank Center and open daily through midnight.
Exhibitions and family friendly hands-on art activities in a drop-in studio are always free to the public.
Located at 2100 Smallman Street in Pittsburgh's historic Strip District.
412.261.7003 | info@contemporarycraft.org
412.261.7003 | info@contemporarycraft.org
Society for Contemporary Craft's Page
Society for Contemporary Craft's Photos
Latest Activity
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/"
Society for Contemporary Craft posted a status"Join us for the opening reception of Fiberart International 2013 this Friday evening. We'll also be welcoming artists Jodi Colella, Elin Nob"
Society for Contemporary Craft posted a status"We'll be welcoming enamelist Kat Cole back to SCC next weekend. Come to her lecture on Friday or her Saturday workshop on Liquid Enameling!"
Society for Contemporary Craft commented on Melissa Cameron's blog post Pittsburgh, Look Out!"Great post, Melissa! Can't wait to meet you and have you in our Studios!"
Society for Contemporary Craft posted a status"This weekend we welcome Bridge 12 exhibition & Visiting Artist Melissa Cameron. Register for her workshop, Building Jewelry from Found Objec"
Society for Contemporary Craft is now friends with Amber D. Harrison, Vicky Saragouda and Trevor King
Society for Contemporary Craft joined Jessica Todd's group
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
Sarah Loch-Test commented on Society for Contemporary Craft's event Badges & Buttons, Waistcoats & Vests with Robert Ebendorf"Dauvit- I'll be sure to create an event page for your visit- just so you can finally RSVP for something!"
The Justified Sinner commented on Society for Contemporary Craft's event Badges & Buttons, Waistcoats & Vests with Robert Ebendorf"Aw... Would love to go to this. Send Bob my best regards!"
Sarah Loch-Test is attending Society for Contemporary Craft's event
Badges & Buttons, Waistcoats & Vests with Robert Ebendorf at Society of Contemporary Craft
February 22, 2013 from 5:30pm to 7pm
Enjoy a glass of wine as you discover and discuss contemporary craft with Robert Ebendorf, a seminal figure in the field and curator of Badges & Buttons, Waistcoats & Vests, on view at SCC’s BNY Mellon Center Satellite Gallery from October 12, 2012 to February 17, 2013. Ebendorf will speak about what he finds so compelling in the artwork included in this exhibition, some of which will be relocated to SCC’s Main Galleries in the Strip for the discussion. Admission $20.
Society for Contemporary Craft posted an eventBadges & Buttons, Waistcoats & Vests with Robert Ebendorf at Society of Contemporary Craft
February 22, 2013 from 5:30pm to 7pm
Enjoy a glass of wine as you discover and discuss contemporary craft with Robert Ebendorf, a seminal figure in the field and curator of Badges & Buttons, Waistcoats & Vests, on view at SCC’s BNY Mellon Center Satellite Gallery from October 12, 2012 to February 17, 2013. Ebendorf will speak about what he finds so compelling in the artwork included in this exhibition, some of which will be relocated to SCC’s Main Galleries in the Strip for the discussion. Admission $20.
Society for Contemporary Craft posted a status"http://www.flickr.com/photos/donnapenoyer/ Check out PMC instructor Donna's Flickr page. She's teaching this Sunday in our Studio!"
Society for Contemporary Craft posted a status"We're excited about all our great workshops this weekend! spots still available for Paper Valentines, Polymer Necklace and more!"
Bridge 12 Exhibit at Society of Contemporary Craft
November 9, 2012 to March 30, 2013
Bridge 12 runs from November 9, 2012 to March 30, 2013, in the main gallery of Society of Contemporary Craft.Opening Reception November 9th 5:30-8pmSCC’s Bridge Series, a biennial exhibition, offers a unique chance for audiences to become acquainted with work of three different mid-career artists through the presentation of three solo shows The featured artists are Betty Vera (textiles), Melissa Cameron (metals) and Kevin Snipes (ceramics).Each of the exhibiting artists will individually visit…See More
Society for Contemporary Craft posted a status"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KxRnKV-IPQ
Check out this video by paper artist Kathryn Carr. She'll be teaching a workshop at SCC on Satur"
Profile Information
- Where do you live ? City, State and Country
- Pittsburgh, PA, USA
- Place of Work ? Example: Studio, College, Gallery, Museum, ...)
- Society for Contemporary Craft
- I am a .... Example: Student, Maker, Educator, etc.
- Exhibitions Coordinator
- Your website, DIRECT flickr or DIRECT facebook links where your work can be seen.
- http://www.contemporarycraft.org
- Describe your media/materials you work with
- ceramics, glass, fiber, furniture, jewelry, metals, metal clay, mixed media, paper, plastic, polymer clay, pmc, wood
- If "other" - what media do you work with?
- Everything Craft!
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 3:37pm on September 29, 2012, Sarah Loch-Test said…
Hey! Invite people to the event I made for us. Also friend me.
- At 5:06pm on August 8, 2012,
Brigitte Martin said… - Thank you very much for your membership payment and support of Crafthaus. Your membership is valid through August 15, 2014.
Enjoy Crafthaus, participate often!
- At 4:54pm on July 29, 2011, Brigitte Martin said…
Hello Kati :-)
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 August 15, 2012.
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!
If there are ever any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to email me via crafthauseditor@live.com anytime, I will do my best to be of help.
I hope you will enjoy being with this network, and will find the exchanges interesting and fun.
Again: Welcome !
Brigitte Martin
Crafthaus Editor
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.
Latest Activity
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…"
Harriete Estel Berman posted a status"Alison Lee of CraftCast boldly opened the conversation in a passionate dialog about the BAD & UGLY in the craft world http://ning.it/12yq5FT"
Peggy Potts commented on Peggy Potts's photo
No Place Like Home Brooch
"Thanks, Vickie! I really need to get some images of my newer work loaded :-) How was the SNAG conference? From what I've seen posted, it looks like it was a lot of fun!"
John Lunn left a comment for Jennifer Dewey"Looks like Rio will supply me with a magic ticket to get into the show. I guess I missed their offering it to me a month ago.
I'll be arriving on Friday afternoon and going to a Santana concert that evening at one of the Mandalay Casino…"
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!
Videos
© 2013 Created by Brigitte Martin.
