Permanent Collection Highlights

This exhibition spans across the vibrant, ever-evolving field of contemporary craft. The gathered objects are made by some of the exceptional and inspiring artists who have been featured in Craft in America’s documentary since 2007, when the first episodes aired on PBS. From function to sculpture and cultural practice, this multimedia show is a glimpse into the innovation and artistry of contemporary craft innovators from across the states. Craft in America has been assembling a small and burgeoning permanent collection over the past 15 years and this is a chance to view some of the exemplary, vibrant works. Many of these objects were either made while the artist was filmed for the series or discussed by the artist in the episodes.

View a sequence of shorts from episodes related to the works in the exhibition: Click on the playlist icon to view the full playlist.

Virtual Gallery

Click and drag, or use your arrow keys, to see a 360ยบ view of the virtual space, including tags with object information and images.



Image Gallery:

View the objects in the exhibition below and click on each image for additional information.

Joe Cunningham, My Vanishing Point, 2013
Victoria Findlay Wolfe, Marshmallow Rain, 2019
Faith Ringgold, Oprah We Love You That the Honest Truth, 2011
Mark Mitsuda, Whiskey Jugs, 2014
Mary Merkel-Hess, Morning Colors, Craft in America
Mary Merkel-Hess, Morning Colors
Tom Killion, Bolinas Ridge Sunset, 2009
Jeff Oestreich, Pitcher, 2012
Ehren Tool, Cup, 2014. Wheelthrown and altered clay. Madison Metro photograph
George Rodriguez, Suerte, 2020
Gabrielle Gould, Pushing Down Necklace, 2021. Photo: Madison Metro
Gabrielle Gould, Sketch of Necklace, 2021. Photo: Madison Metro
Corine Pearce, Cradle Basket, 2018
Mary Jackson, Sweetgrass Basket, 2015
Matthew Metz, Carved Lidded Jar, 2004. Photo: Lauren Jordan
Vernon Owens, Candlesticks, 2008
Consuelo Jimenez Underwood, Penland Rain Study, 2002
Consuelo Jimenez Underwood, Penland Rain Study, 2002, detail
Teri Greeves, Sovereign Citizen, 2008
Teri Greeves, Sovereign Citizen, 2008, detail
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Karyl Sisson, Blondie, 1992
Pat Courtney Gold, Frog Basket, 2011
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Susan Hudson, Woman’s Horse Spirit, 2020
Gerardo Monterrubio, Rolldogs, 2017. Terracotta, under and overglazes, 26.5 x 13 x 14 in
Doug Naselroad, Dulcimer, 2021. Photo: Madison Metro
Kamaka Hawaii, Ukulele, 2015
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Martin Guitar Company Martin O-42, 2015

The Craft in America Center is supported, in part, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture. www.lacountyarts.org