A presentation of Craft NOW Philadelphia Moderators Bruce Metcalf and Judith Schaechter will present a panel discussion consisting of teachers and their choice of an artist they once taught or mentored. Topics will include the transitions between generations of makers, transactions between deep knowledge and learning, and speculation about the future of craft. Keynote address […]
On Saturday, November 14th, craft steps out of the studio and into the heart of Philadelphia with CraftNOWCreate, a hands-on exploration of craft at the Kimmel Center. All activities are free and family-friendly. Demonstrations by the Center are programmed by Suzanne Kahn and include a wooden whistle workshop by Beth Ireland, wood turning on the […]
Furniture Society Conference, Philadelphia, PA Craft-facturing addresses a contemporary community of Makers who are socially engaged, collaborative and digitally savvy. New paradigms for making and production, sharing and distribution are emerging that both support and challenge the more traditional role of the craftsperson in our culture. The 2016 FS conference will frame this moment in […]
Join us for Philly Feast in Old City and watch live, wood-turning demos in front of the Big Doors of The Center for Art in Wood. Artist Derek Weidman will be showcasing his talent and making some wood chips! The event will involve 40 food vendors, 40 local craft vendors, and 2 stages with entertainment. Over […]
Old City Fest Sunday, Oct 9th from 11am – 6pm Entrance at 3rd and Arch Street Live Woodturning Demos, Crafts and Activities