CALL FOR PANEL SESSIONS/APPEL DE SESSIONS THÈMES

by | Apr 11, 2011 | Uncategorized

2011 UAAC Conference / Congrès AAUC 2011

Post-disciplinarity and Sloppy Craft – A Critical Engagement
Is “sloppy craft” fine art or hopeless amateurism? Does post-disciplinarity exist “in the ruins of outmoded disciplinary structures” – mediating between nostalgia for disciplinary boundaries and excitement at the intellectual freedom their demise might offer – or could interdisciplinarity still offer much to illuminate issues attached to “sloppy craft”? And importantly, what are the historical antecedents to this recent turn in craft discourse? This panel seeks to critically assess the value of the post-disciplinary method proposed as a way forward for the making of craft and its discourse (advocated most prominently by craft theorist Glenn Adamson).

We invite speakers to consider ways the following terms/concepts might interact with “sloppy craft” and the post-disciplinarity advocated for it: DIY, amateur, traditional, conceptual art, intentionality, materiality, function, community, skilful, historical, design. Speakers may also consider the advantages of an interdisciplinary approach to these terms/concepts in their application to “sloppy craft.”

Co-chairs:
Elaine Cheasley Paterson, PhD
Craft Historian,
Department of Art History
Concordia University,
EV 3.765 1455 De Maisonneuve Boulevard West
Montreal, Quebec H3G 1M8
514.848.2424 ext. 4605
email: [email protected]
UAAC No. 10069 (being renewed)

Susan Surette, MA
PhD candidate,
Department of Art History
Concordia University
279 ave. des Erables
Brigham, Qc. J2K 4C8
450.263.5696
email: [email protected]
UAAC No. In process of being issued

Ceramics Now Magazine – First Newsletter, April 2011

by | Apr 10, 2011 | Uncategorized


Ceramics Now is an online ceramics magazine that celebrates the creative field of ceramics by featuring works and interviews with world-recognized ceramic artists.

Our first newsletter includes interviews with ceramic artists like Carole Epp as Artist of the month, Patrick Colhoun as New artist, Cynthia Lahti as Recognized artist and John Shirley with ceramic technique.

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Auction items requested – North Carolina Pottery Center

by | Apr 8, 2011 | Uncategorized

The NC Pottery Center Board and the auction committee would like to request a donation of your work for the 2011 annual fundraising auction. Your support is very important to help sustain the NCPC, which pays tribute to potters across our State. The NC Pottery Center works to promote North Carolina potters and to keep the public aware of the living traditions that continue in North Carolina. The NC Pottery Center’s mission is to not only represent the past, but to also let the public know about the ongoing tradition. Auction donations must be in hand by May 2nd, 2011 in order to be photographed and listed online. An inventory sheet to be delivered with your work is also enclosed. If you have questions or need assistance you may call Nicole at 336-873-8430 or e-mail at [email protected]. In the Fall of 2010 we initiated a capital campaign to help sustain the Center. We have also started conversation with East Carolina University to form a potential educational partnership, and are seeking funding for a Director and monthly expenses. As with all non-profits fundraising continues to be challenging but your donations and support will allow us to implement exciting possibilities and ensure continued success and viability of the North Carolina Pottery Center. We hope you will stand with us to keep this wonderful tribute to clay viable and ongoing by supporting our annual auction. Sincerely

Susan Greene Pam Owens
Auction Committee Chair Auction Committee Co-Chair