NWCraft24

 

'Translucent Shards', Acrylic, Glass Beads, Stainless Steel Armature

NWCRAFT24 

June 20 - August 24

Schack Art Center

2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett, WA 98201

Northwest Designer Craftartists presents a survey of contemporary and traditional craft in America today created by members of NWDC and invited guest artists. All NWDC members are welcome to submit work to be selected by two esteemed jurors: Carol Sauvion, the Executive Director of the non-profit organization Craft in America and Sarah Traver, Director of Traver Gallery, Seattle.

This exhibition is an opportunity to celebrate excellence in craft and design, and to compare and contrast current and continuing trends in craftmaking. It promises to be a seminal exhibition marking today’s trends and tomorrow’s imaginings, bringing world-class craft artists to Washington. This is an opportunity for the public to learn and be inspired by the rich community of craft artists in the Northwest and across the country.

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'Exquisite Ornament' at Bainbridge Arts in Crafts

'Corolla' & 'Entangled' are included in 'Exquisite Ornament' at Bainbridge Arts & Crafts on Bainbridge Island, WA. 

The exhibition runs April 5 through April 28, 2024. 

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"Throughout human history, our innate inclination towards ornamental expression has woven a rich narrative. As Elizabeth Gilbert eloquently penned, we are artisans driven to render things more beautiful than mere necessity dictates. In this collaboration with Bainbridge Arts and Crafts, we extend an invitation for you to contribute works that bear witness to our inherent desire to adorn not only ourselves but also the spaces and objects that surround us. 

The spectrum of acceptable submissions is broad – from wearable pieces to sculptural objects. Embracing various craft media, including ceramics, wood, fiber, glass, metals or a harmonious blend of these elements, we encourage the exploration of artistic boundaries.

You might craft jewelry from precious metals and stones, or perhaps you'll venture into uncharted territories, transforming recycled materials and repurposed objects into unexpected treasures. For some, this might be an opportunity to reimagine traditional metalsmithing or fiberworking techniques in unconventional forms. Whether your objective is to create something arrestingly captivating, eye-catching, or even dazzling, this exhibition will showcase the ornamental in all its forms."

Artists Include: Candyce Anderson, Lanny Bergner, Cheryl DeGroot, Barbara De Pirro, Mark Ditzler, Kate Dwyer, Gina Freuen, Zia Gipson, Marguerite Goff, Joan Hammond, Lois Harbaugh, Peggy Hitchcock, Steve Jensen, Bella Yongok Kim, Sharon Kita, Dorothy McGuinness, Meg Murch, Gabriela Nirino, April Ottey, Amy Roberts, R. Leon Russell, Laura Stangel Schmidt, Jean- Marie Tarascio, Cynthia Toops, David Traylor, Larkin Jean Van Horn, Barbara J. Walker, Judy Zugish.