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:
Joe Cunningham, My Vanishing Point, 2013Victoria Findlay Wolfe, Marshmallow Rain, 2019Faith Ringgold, Oprah We Love You That the Honest Truth, 2011Mark Mitsuda, Whiskey Jugs, 2014Mary Merkel-Hess, Morning ColorsTom Killion, Bolinas Ridge Sunset, 2009Jeff Oestreich, Pitcher, 2012Ehren Tool, Cup, 2014.
Wheelthrown and altered clay.
Madison Metro photographGeorge Rodriguez, Suerte, 2020Gabrielle Gould, Pushing Down Necklace, 2021. Photo: Madison Metro
Gerardo Monterrubio, Rolldogs, 2017. Terracotta, under and overglazes, 26.5 x 13 x 14 inCorine Pearce, Cradle Basket, 2018Mary Jackson, Sweetgrass Basket, 2015Matthew Metz, Carved Lidded Jar, 2004. Photo: Lauren JordanConsuelo Jimenez Underwood,
Penland Rain Study, 2002
Consuelo Jimenez Underwood, Penland Rain Study, 2002, detailTeri Greeves, Sovereign Citizen, 2008Teri Greeves, Sovereign Citizen, 2008, detailKaryl Sisson, Blondie, 1992
