Modern Traditions: A workshop with Adam Field and Alex Matisse

by | Aug 3, 2012 | Uncategorized

September 17th, 2012      9am – 5pm

Adam Field’s forms are graceful, smooth, and strong, and his attention to detail is astounding. Whether he is working on a large Onggi pot used traditionally for fermenting kimchi, or carving tight geometric patterns in porcelain, the pots sing with energy and life. Come out to East Fork and see for yourself.

Adam will demonstrate the Korean coil and paddle clay-vessel construction methods he learned in Korea as well as some less traditional methods he employs to create his more contemporary work.
 

Alex Matisse will demonstrate methods for large pot construction, regular wheel throwing, and the two different slip trailing techniques that he uses.

Lunch will be followed by image and video presentations of Alex’s
travels in Turkey, his three years of apprenticeship in North Carolina,
and Adam’s Korean pottery apprenticeship. There will be discussions on
technical production methods, aesthetic considerations, promotion and
marketing insights, and general tom foolery, with more decorating
demonstrations to finish out the day.

Work will be available for sale from both Adam and Alex.  Adam will have handmade Korean pottery tools available as well.
Space is limited to 15 participants.
Deadline for entry is September 1st.
$125 – Non student
$75 – Student

 

 

Find all the workshop details here. 

Job posting: Crafts Technician (Full time, twelve-month position)

by | Jul 25, 2012 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday

Reports to: Chair Crafts Department

Position Summary:

Crafts Technician is responsible for maintaining all Crafts
facilities; including Ceramics, Fibers, Glass, Art Furniture, and
Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design. The Crafts Technician will cooperate
with faculty, staff and administration in facility development and
planning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Oversee Materials and equipment purchases;
  • Establish a maintenance schedule for all Crafts capital equipment;
  • Supervise work study students;
  • Monitor charging and firing cycles in the glass studio;
  • Monitor and operate kilns;
  • Monitor computer and temperature controls in glass and ceramic studios;
  • Ability to demonstrate and assist in the safe and proper use of equipment to students;
  • Service the needs of the students regarding the use of the facilities;
  • Perform additional duties as requested by Department Chair;
  • Work with faculty, staff and administration in facility and project planning;

Qualifications:

Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively
with faculty, staff, and students. Organized, self-motivated, and
problem solving abilities are required. Undergraduate degree in Crafts
or Industrial Arts preferred. Mechanical and fabrication skill desired.
Ability to weld and an understanding of mechanical systems is a plus.
Must be flexible to work days, evenings, and weekend hours as required.

Submit letter of interest and resume, including three letters of recommendation (employment and education if possible) to:

College for Creative Studies
Office of Human Resources
201 E. Kirby
Detroit, MI 48202-4034
[email protected]

The College for Creative Studies
subscribes to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment,
admissions and educational practices and strives to provide an
educational environment and workplace free from unlawful harassment or
discrimination. Discrimination, including harassment, because of age,
race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital
status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law is
strictly prohibited.

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