The Steve Show at NCECA

by | Mar 22, 2009 | | 2 Comments

So there’s no hiding it, I’m deeply jealous of all of you that are going to NCECA this year. I had these wonderful plans on attending, I figured it was about time again as the last one I was at was Portland. But alas other plans and a different trip coming up this summer have taken precedence and so hopefully next year will be the year. I’m the kind of person at NCECA that loves to spend most of my time touring the exhibitions; I’ve never been one, for some reason, not sure why, to take in the demos. I do love the talks though, always need more theory and provocative insight in my life and studio practice…

But anyway my point is that if you are one of the lucky ones going, may I suggest you take the time to check out the “Steve Show” aka Referents & Research – Functional Ceramics by Steve Godfrey, Stephen Grimmer, Steven Roberts and S.C. Rolf.


I’m a huge fan of Steve Grimmers work, and as for the other Steves… well they’re fantastic as well (i just don’t know them personally!)

Here’s a blurb from the Duley-Jones Gallery website about the show:

“The exhibition explores the ways functional ceramics can be informed by the study of design, architecture, painting, and historical pots. The Steves are deeply committed to the value of craft and to making functional pots with a strong basis in research. While all four employ historical referents in their work, they do not simply appropriate or copy directly from history, but rather use their studies as a tool to strengthen conceptual and intellectual approaches to making functional objects.”

Don’t miss the artists’ reception on Thursday April 9 from 7 to 9pm.

And keep your eyes peeled for a profile on Steve Grimmer coming up next month as part of the “one artist a day for the month of April“, I can hardly wait for April…keep those images coming folks!!!

Are you an art star???

by | Mar 20, 2009 | , , , , , , , | 0 Comments


Who: 150 artists & live music all day
What: Affordable, unique, and high quality art and crafts. Free and open to the public.
When: Saturday, May 30th from 11-6pm & Sunday, May 31st from 11-6pm
Where: Philadelphia, PA @ Penn’s Landing Great Plaza – on Columbus Boulevard between Walnut Street and Market Street
Check out all the info on their website including how to apply.
For more information, or questions, please contact: Megan Brewster or
Erin Waxman, [email protected], 215-238-1557

Call for entry – 30 Small Works

by | Mar 20, 2009 | , , , , , , , | 0 Comments

May 1, 2009 entry deadline

“2nd Annual 30 Small Works”
(June 24–August 7)
Open to work no larger than 20” in any direction.
Juried from digital.
Fee: $30 for two entries; $5 for each additional entry.
Contact:
Alfred McCloud,
Gallery Up,
201 E. Main St. 2nd Fl.,
Rock Hill South Carolina 29730;
[email protected];
www.galleryup.com;
(803) 980-5355.

Craft Australia – Job posting

by | Mar 20, 2009 | , , , , , , , | 0 Comments

Communications Manager

Craft Australia is the national peak advocacy organisation for contemporary craft and design. An attractive opportunity exists to join the organisation as the Communications Manager. This person will lead the national communications, marketing, and media strategy to build awareness of the craft and design sector and raise the profile of the organisation to members and stakeholders.
Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a communications strategy that proactively supports and enhances the key objectives of Craft Australia. You are responsible for brand identity, advertising, communication, the website and data and statistical analysis. With a key focus on keeping stakeholders well informed, you will build and maintain open relationships with all stakeholders including the media, commercial partners, and subscribers. A strategic thinker with an excellent understanding of the key issues associated with an arts advocacy organisation, you will develop and implement a communications strategy and manage staff to assist with its delivery.
You are a team player with a passion and initiative for developing and executing successful communication strategies and can demonstrate your ability to build solid working relationships. High level critical thinking, creative writing, presentation and interpersonal skills are essential, as are strong budget management skills.
You will need excellent project management and web based communication skills including measurement, analysis and reporting capabilities. To achieve these goals you will have at least five years experience in a high level communication position and relevant tertiary qualification.
The salary package for the position is $ 65,000 – 68,000 per annum. The position is offered on a three year contract basis renewable pending triennial funding. This is a full time position; however, hours may be negotiated.
Applications close COB Friday 27 March.
Further information is available on the Craft Australia website www.craftaustralia.org.au or contact Catrina Vignando, General Manager, Craft Australia on 02 6273 0088 or email [email protected]

Craft humor

by | Mar 19, 2009 | | 2 Comments

Here’s a bit of craft humor that I ran across on Modish to brighten your day. (Beware of being blinded by the golden pants!) I think I’ve finally figured out why I get the looks I do and the totally unrelated questions when I tell people I make craft…

Modish is worth checking out as well, it’s a nice design blog. They’ve also have a section call Modish Biz Tips that deals with all things self employed/small business related. Check out the recent post with the lovely and talented Karin Eriksson of Karin’s Style Blog.

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