All Blog Posts Tagged 'artists' (21)

SMG Biennial Exhibition

The Seattle Metals Guild biennial exhibition has just opened in the South Galleria of the Washington State Convention Center. It runs through til 7th of July, 2013, so don't worry, you've got plenty of time to check it out. More importantly however, our opening celebration is on tomorrow afternoon, so if you're in the area, please come down and say…

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Added by Melissa Cameron on April 13, 2013 at 9:00am — No Comments

CALL FOR ENTRY DESIGN SANS FRONTIÈRES: METAL ARTISTS IN COLLABORATION

CALL FOR ENTRY

DESIGN SANS FRONTIÈRES: METAL ARTISTS IN COLLABORATION

Submission Deadline: 15 March…

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Added by Brigitte Martin on November 5, 2012 at 11:14am — No Comments

Coming up from the south - award winners!

In news from Australia, two of our exhibitors in the Coming up from the south exhibition, currently featured here on Crafthaus, have come away with prizes in the National Contemporary Jewellery Awards. Hearty congratulations go to Amy Zubick and…

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Added by Melissa Cameron on September 13, 2012 at 12:18am — No Comments

Follow Your Own Path -- Be Resilient, Postive, and Passionate

I was reading an article about "Pinterest's Ben Silbermann to 'Treps: Make Something Beautiful" on Entrepreneur.com. Though the article lists three pieces of advice for entrepreneurs, it struck a cord in me. A resounding echo that could be solid advice for artists and makers. Each one builds on the other.…



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Added by Harriete Estel Berman on April 24, 2012 at 12:20pm — 1 Comment

Are you steering without a compass? Failure is an inevitable cul-de-sac on the road to success.

 I listen to Charlie Rose every day I often find the speakers inspiring.Charlie Rose These are the smartest, hardest working and usually, most articulate people in the world able to bring ideas and introspection to the plain wooden table of Charlie Rose.

Today, I want to share a couple of thoughts that may be  helpful to artists and makers. Of …

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Added by Harriete Estel Berman on March 8, 2012 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Call: Sugarloaf Craft Festival

Maryland

Deadline: May 31, 2012



Sugarloaf Craft Festivals, one of the nation’s most prominent and popular juried shows of fine art and crafts, is now accepting applications from artists and craftspeople in all media for its Fall 2012 shows.



Exhibition space is available at every show in all categories, including fiber and fashion, photography, fine art, furniture, ceramics and pottery, blown and leaded glass, jewelry,…

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Added by Brigitte Martin on January 11, 2012 at 9:29am — No Comments

Call for Artists CRAFT TEXAS 2012

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Added by Brigitte Martin on December 6, 2011 at 10:29am — No Comments

New: Artist Online Seminars by Susan Lomuto (Daily Art Muse)

 

 

 

 

 

Are you…

…struggling with a website that isn’t working and need help to make it…

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Added by Brigitte Martin on November 7, 2011 at 9:00am — No Comments

Call for Entries: Lark Crafts 500 Lights Juror: Chris Poehlmann

500 Lights

Juror: Chris Poehlmann

 

Lark Crafts is seeking images to publish in a juried collection of lights. Submissions may include chandeliers, lamps, sconces, pendants, and installations. Lights must be designed and built by individual designers and/or small shops as unique…

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Added by Brigitte Martin on October 27, 2011 at 12:49pm — 1 Comment

The Ugly Necklace Contest - A Jewelry Design Competition With A Twist

The Ugly Necklace Contest - A Jewelry Design Competition With A Twist.

3/15/2012 deadline

http://www.landofodds.com/store/uglynecklace.htm

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Added by Brigitte Martin on October 26, 2011 at 9:30am — 1 Comment

Outside/Inside the Box - Call for artists - Fiber Philadelphia 2012

Juried Exhibition…

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Added by Brigitte Martin on October 3, 2011 at 2:29pm — No Comments

Call for Artists: Talente 2012

Young artist working in the applied arts and technology will have the opportunity to show their work in the international competition TALENTE 2012 in Munich, Germany, during the International Trade Fair for the Skilled Trades from 14th – 20th March 2012.



In an area of 600 m², the works will be shown to a wide audience, with an international jury selecting the winners of the TALENTE prize. An illustrated catalogue will be published.



The aim of TALENTE is to promote young…

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Added by Brigitte Martin on September 16, 2011 at 1:09pm — No Comments

Upcoming classes at Genevieve Flynn Studio

Genevieve's Visiting Artist program is going strong and she has two other wonderfully talented instructors/artists coming up!

August 5-6, 2011 Forging Fine Silver with Michael David Sturlin

September 6-10, 2011 Hydraulic Press A-Z with Cynthia Eid

 

Along with the fabulous instructors above more are being added along with a developing schedule…

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Added by Genevieve E. Flynn on May 23, 2011 at 10:42am — No Comments

Radical Jewelry Makeover is going to Santa Fe, NM!

Dear crafthaus members,

It is a treat to be part of this network and I love reviewing the weekly highlights. This week Ethical Metalsmiths has something to share too and we need your help.

 

Our popular and effective jewelry mining and recycling project, Radical Jewelry Makeover is going to Santa Fe, NM this October! Students, alumni and faculty at four regional schools, Institute of American Indian Arts, Santa Fe Community College - School of Art and Design, University…

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Added by Ethical Metalsmiths on March 29, 2011 at 2:31pm — No Comments

Metal Museum: Tributaries 2012

Tributaries 2012



Tributaries is a series of small solo exhibitions that showcases current work by professional metalsmiths. Previously featured artists have included Haley Bates, John Rais, Jeffrey Clancy, David Clemons, Jillian Moore, Michael Dale Bernard, Nathan…
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Added by Brigitte Martin on December 12, 2010 at 8:00am — No Comments

Residencies in Nebraska for Visual Artists, Composers, Writers - Deadline Sept. 1, 2010

Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts in Nebraska City, Nebraska

Deadline September 1, 2010



The mission of Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts is to support established and emerging writers, visual artists and composers by providing working and living environments that allow uninterrupted time for work, reflection and creative growth. Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts offers up to fifty juried residencies per year to… Continue

Added by Jenni Brant on July 6, 2010 at 12:34pm — No Comments

Past Crafthaus Exhibitions

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Added by Brigitte Martin on June 30, 2010 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Tips for Enjoying an Art Studio Tour

Fall is the season of artists' Studio Tours. It gives each artist an opportunity to show his/her artistic productivity for the first three quarters of the year. (Yes, some artists do have quarterly action plans!) This is your opportunity to see them in their own creative environment where "the action" happens. Studio Tours are a special event for both the artists and their visitors!



There are a few things you, as a potential customer, need to know before starting out. Here's my… Continue

Added by Denise Landis on November 10, 2009 at 10:00pm — No Comments

Are your images good enough?

The Professional Guidelines has two new documents about photographic images.



GUIDE TO PROFESSIONAL QUALITY IMAGES



And



WORKING WITH DIGITAL IMAGES EFFECTIVELY



Obtaining fantastic,… Continue

Added by Harriete Estel Berman on June 4, 2009 at 12:45pm — No Comments

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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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Ann Thompson replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
"If educating the public about our work and processes isn't a good marketing strategy where does that leave us in terms of the value of our work in the marketplace? Sort of confused by your comment, Harriet, so I'd like to understand it…"
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Backyard Portrait: Winter

48" long necklace in sterling silver, patina, cast and fabricated.www.annaspraguejewelry.com
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Harriete Estel Berman replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
"Educating the customer sounds good, It is not an effective marketing strategy, but I heard those comments too at the SNAG Conference. .I look forward to hearing. your thoughts.Harriete "
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Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery
"UCA Farnham preview is this Thursday and show is open up to and including the 1st June! Jewellery and Metalwork in the foyer and James Hockey Gallery!"
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Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery
"College shows coming up!!! any of you exhibiting this year and when? http://www.newdesigners.com/ the J stands are the jewellery zone stands at New Designers!"
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Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery
"Following the success of our fairs at RHS Garden Wisley, we are delighted to have been invited to stage another event at a RHS venue. RHS Garden Hyde Hall, near Chelmsford, Essex. We shall be staging the event alongside the already…"
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Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery
"This year South Hill Park’s annual Student Open evolves into the SHP Summer Open 2013, inviting Berkshire-based artists and makers to submit their latest work in this opportunity to exhibit. Student work from South Hill…"
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Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery
"Registration for International Jewellery London is now open. You have been pre-qualified for FAST TRACK registration. A fast track pass gives you access to the International Jewellery London Trade Exhibition from 1- 4 September 2013. We look…"
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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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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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