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This Month
May 18, 2013 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Witness a dazzling raku demonstration!
May 23, 2013 7:00PM to 9:30PM
RESCHEDULED TO MAY 23
Nov 17, 2012 6:00PM to Jun 22, 2013 7:00PM
The Craft in America Study Center in Los Angeles is featuring a three-part series of exhibitions focusing on the intersection of contemporary craft and food, “Good Enough to Eat: the Fusion of Food and Craft.” These shows explore work by innovators who are redefining craft and the new role that it serves in our increasingly food-centric culture.
Dec 8, 2012 9:45PM to Jun 2, 2013 3:45AM
A show of works by glass artist William Morris and contemporary painter Alexis Rockman.
Jan 19, 2013 7:15PM to Oct 19, 2013 1:15AM
"Northwest Artists Collect" offers a glimpse into the world of seven Pacific Northwest glass artists through their personal collections and the role that collecting plays in inspiring and influencing artists. Items for the exhibitionss, were chosen out of the artists’ personal collections to be displayed alongside an original work.
Jan 21, 2013 4:45PM to Jun 14, 2013 10:45PM
Raphael Prize/Ceramics; $5,000 prize, catalogue, show, video; jurors: Joshua Green, Jae Won Lee; deadline 6/14/13. Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh, PA. Entry form: www.contemporarycraft.org, or email exhibitions@contemporarycraft.org.
Jan 21, 2013 4:45PM to Jun 14, 2013 10:45PM
Call for Entries: $5,000 Raphael Prize for Excellence in Contemporary Craft; catalogue, video; 2013 show features works in ceramics; jurors: Joshua Green and Jae Won Lee; 25 finalists will be invited to create a piece based on the theme of “Transformation” for an exhibition on view 4/11/14 – 8/23/14.
Jan 26, 2013 10:00AM to Jan 26, 2014 7:00PM
Selections from the al-Sabah Collection, Kuwait
Feb 1, 2013 1:00PM to Jun 15, 2013 7:00PM
Jonathan Ferrara Gallery is pleased to announce the 17th Annual "No Dead Artists National Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Art." The exhibition will take place September 3–28, 2013 with an open call for artists’ submissions through June 15.
Feb 1, 2013 7:45PM to May 26, 2013 12:45AM
Sculptured birds – 1,100 of them – take flight in this show by fiber artist Ann Coddington Rast.
Feb 3, 2013 to May 19, 2013
An exhibition of craft media: ceramics, fiber, glass, metal, and wood, juried by Marc Maiorana.
Feb 5, 2013 to Aug 30, 2013
A Matter of Time
October 25, 2013 -May 31, 2014
Exhibition site: The National Watch and Clock Museum, Columbia, Pennsylvania
Submissions due: August 30, 2013
The National Watch and Clock Museum
514 Poplar Street
Columbia, PA 17512
Feb 16, 2013 2:15PM to Feb 2, 2014 8:15PM
This yearlong exhibition shines a light on the sharply witty work of glassblower Richard Marquis.
Feb 17, 2013 10:00AM to May 19, 2013 4:00PM
Pre-Raphaelite book arts complemented the artists' work in other forms.
Feb 20, 2013 10:15AM to Jul 14, 2013 4:15PM
Blue and white porcelain has a long history, with roots all over the world. Contemporary artists continue the story, creating blue and white works with themes political, personal, or abstract.
Feb 22, 2013 7:15PM to May 26, 2013 1:15AM
More than 20 artists use currency as a medium to delve into complex social themes.
Mar 1, 2013 to May 19, 2013
Iconic collection of 54 art quilts by leading American textile artists, each quilt representing a playing card from a deck of cards. Other exhibits include Images of Time by Pacific Quilt Artists, Children's Book challenges by Canyon Quilters of San Diego and Fortune Telling challenges by Visions members. Reception March 9, 5-7 p.m. Admission $5, Visions members free.
Mar 1, 2013 8:30PM to May 25, 2013 1:30AM
Philadelphia's internationally renowned The Center for Art in Wood has two concurrent exhibitions: "Mark Gardner: Call-And-Response" and "Hans and Jakob Weissflog: Bordering on the Impossible."
Mar 2, 2013 to Aug 11, 2013
An Errant Line represents a mutual engagement with cloth that artists Ann Hamilton and Cynthia Schira have had over several decades. As the artists delved into the Spencer Museum's extensive collections, they considered how unique access to these pieces might become material for their own work.
Mar 2, 2013 6:15PM to Jul 7, 2013 12:15AM
Objects involved in preparing, cooking, or presenting food are the main course.
Mar 7, 2013 to May 25, 2013
Art quilts portray detailed scenes from nature.
Mar 7, 2013 11:30AM to Sep 21, 2013 5:30PM
This two-phase exhibition aims to bring a fresh view of an everyday object: bowls.
Mar 10, 2013 4:30PM to Jul 7, 2013 10:30PM
The 32 bowls and other objects in this exhibition capture the splendor of their medium.
Mar 12, 2013 9:30PM to Jun 2, 2013 3:30AM
The Museum of Arts and Design showcases its collection of art jewelry.
Mar 15, 2013 6:00PM to Jun 9, 2013 12:00AM
Exuberance, whimsy, refinement, craftsmanship: All describe the kinetic weather-driven machines in this exhibition of works from whirligig makers, local collectors, and the museum's permanent collection.
Mar 19, 2013 10:30AM to Jul 7, 2013 4:30PM
This exhibition explores some of the most cutting-edge conceptual and technical trends in woodworking today.
Mar 21, 2013 to Jul 1, 2013
The Fort Collins Lincoln Center in Colorado is seeking entries of unique wearable art garments and accessories for the 16th ArtWear Fashion Week and Sales Gallery. At least one piece from each accepted artist will be worn during the live Fashion Show and all garments and accessories will be for sale in the Sales Gallery.
Apr 2, 2013 11:45AM to Aug 31, 2013 4:45PM
A showcase of wood craftsmanship for artists and artisans in Maine.
Apr 2, 2013 12:15PM to Sep 12, 2013 5:15PM
The 19th International Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Fine Craft is dedicated to enhancing the public’s awareness of contemporary craft while providing a venue for established and emerging artists alike to share their functional and sculptural creative endeavors.
Apr 6, 2013 to May 31, 2013
CURRENTS: "A ‘Womanhouse’ or a Roaming House? 'A Room of One’s Own' Today" is a juried exhibition open to all women artists. It is curated by Mira Schor, artist and writer.
Entry deadline: Extended to May 31
Submission fee: $40 for three images or a video submission; additional images are $5 each
Apr 6, 2013 9:45AM to Jun 30, 2013 3:45PM
Four decades of the Bay Area artist's works in metal and wood.
Apr 6, 2013 11:00AM to Jun 23, 2013 5:00PM
Arline Fisch creates a vibrant undersea world from copper wire.
Apr 6, 2013 11:00AM to Jun 23, 2013 5:00PM
Rebecca Hutchinson creates a new version of her Accommodation series at the Museum of Craft and Design.
Apr 7, 2013 to May 9, 2014
Entry deadline Nov. 18, 2013. Complex Weavers announces its biennial international juried exhibition featuring works employing complex weave structures interlacing threads and fibers in ways beyond plain weave. Complex weaving is defined by the cloth produced and the mind it took to create it, not by the equipment used.
Apr 7, 2013 12:00PM to Sep 15, 2013 5:00PM
An extravaganza of wood art: carved, turned, assembled, repurposed, furniture.
Apr 12, 2013 5:45PM to Sep 1, 2013 11:45PM
Stoney Lamar's wood sculptures get their line and movement from his approach to multiaxial lathe work.
Apr 17, 2013 9:00AM to Jun 12, 2013 6:00PM
The Jewelry Technician Intensive program combines the 11 JT Classes into one full-time 8-week course. The two-month Jewelry Technician Intensive (JTI) Program, led by Alan Revere, is an effective way to build the skills and confidence to succeed as a bench jeweler.
Apr 20, 2013 to May 25, 2013
Kittrell/Riffkind Art Glass has assembled a fabulous collection from some of their favorite artists for their “Jewelry Trunk Show.” Artists have been asked to create one-of-a-kind and limited-edition pieces for this event. This stunning collection of jewelry will be available through May 25.
Apr 20, 2013 4:30PM to May 25, 2013 10:30PM
Two artists reflect on nature.
Apr 20, 2013 7:45PM to Jan 5, 2014 1:45AM
Maps were once far more than merely ways to find a route.
Apr 20, 2013 10:00PM to May 26, 2013 3:00AM
Two jewelry artists are linked by their work in making chains.
Apr 25, 2013 12:00PM to May 31, 2013 5:00PM
Art in Craft Media 2013
Presented by the Sylvia L. Rosen Endownment for Fine Art in Craft Media
Call for Works
Apr 28, 2013 8:15PM to Sep 15, 2013 2:15AM
This exhibition investigates heirlooms as ideas through the work of contemporary artists.
May 1, 2013 7:30PM to Jun 29, 2013 12:30AM
Color is at the heart of this group exhibition of kiln-formed glass.
May 3, 2013 5:00PM to May 31, 2013 5:00PM
Application Deadline: January 28, 2013
Notifications Mailed: February 28, 2013
Show Dates: May3-31, 2013
Entry Fee: $35 for 3 entries, one detail per entry
Apply Online at SLIDEROOM
May 4, 2013 11:45AM to Jun 30, 2013 5:45PM
Wexler Gallery presents new works by Rhode Island glass artist Daniel Clayman.
May 5, 2013 6:00PM to May 26, 2013 6:00PM
"Water Garden" is a collection of new works featuring depictions of southern birds, flowers, plants, and other creatures found in and around the water’s edge. Emily Wilson is nationally known for her colorful wall sculptures of wooden birds, flora, and aquatic creatures supported on graceful welded rod armatures.
May 7, 2013 8:00AM to Oct 13, 2013 8:45PM
Florida Society of Goldsmiths’ Modern Masters Workshop: Five days of total immersion jewelry making.
October 7 – October 13, 2013
$725 (room and board available) Wildacres, North Carolina
May 8, 2013 to Jun 7, 2013
Artists & Friends of A.I.R. Gallery:
We invite you to participate in our yearly benefit postcard show:
Wish You Were Here 12: June 27 - July 21, 2013
Reception: Thursday, June 27th, 6 - 8:30 pm
DUMBO 1st Thursday: July 11th, 6 - 9 pm
May 9, 2013 11:45AM to Jul 7, 2013 5:45PM
Opening Reception: May 9, 5 - 8 p.m.
Artist Talk: Dual Realities: Life and Art
Texas Ballroom, Crown Plaza Hotel, 111 E. Pecan St.
Friday, June 7th, 7:30 pm.
May 10, 2013 to Jul 31, 2013
Call for Entry: Siamese Connection
Brooklyn Metal Works is now accepting submissions for their summer 2013 juried jewelry and object exhibition.
May 10, 2013 11:00AM to May 23, 2013 4:00PM
A "tasting menu" of glass artist Karen Bexfield's work.
May 11, 2013 12:00PM to Sep 1, 2013 5:00PM
Jewish ceremonial spice boxes and other items, historic and modern.
May 12, 2013 4:45PM to Oct 27, 2013 10:45PM
California artist Velda Newman uses vivid colors and close detail to give the shells, flowers, fruit and other subject matter in her quilts a three-dimensional quality. One of Newman’s works, Hydrangea, was recognized as one of the top 100 quilts of the 20th century. Many of the works in this exhibition are on loan from the artist’s private collection.
May 17, 2013 5:00PM to Jun 22, 2013 8:00PM
Exuberant ceramic forms from a master of the medium.
May 17, 2013 8:15PM to Aug 18, 2013 1:15AM
The Yale University Art Gallery presents works from one of the nation’s finest collections of wood art in the exhibition "Conversations with Wood: Selections from the Waterbury Collection." The exhibition features more than 70 objects from the 500 works in the collection of Minneapolis collectors Ruth and David Waterbury.
May 18, 2013 9:00PM to Jun 28, 2013 5:00PM
Real or implied red lines visually connect a series of art quilts by Free Spirits Art Quilt Group, based in North County San Diego, California. Admission free; open library hours.
May 19, 2013 6:45PM to Sep 22, 2013 12:45AM
A campus-wide event celebrating the museum's newly renovated and opened textile galleries.
May 26, 2013 10:00AM to Aug 11, 2013 5:00PM
Works by 50 artists reflect the growth of fiber as an art medium.
May 30, 2013 to Jul 23, 2013
Wood-fired ceramics by one of North Carolina's most renowned and influential studio potters. Hewitt honors tradition using local materials, and achieves masterful surface effects with the introduction of salt and glass.
Book signing of Hewitt's book "The Potter's Eye: Art and Tradition in North Carolina Pottery," Thursday, May 30, 2013, 4-5 p.m.
