
Friday, April 30, 2010
Ilene Godofsky


 "My work is about exploring the connection between the human experience and craft. I am fascinated by the precise nature of craftsmanship, and the sense of exact decisiveness in every step of the process. I draw inspiration from studying craft throughout history, and attempt to work intuitively in my own pieces, while keeping cultural and historical references in mind. My weavings attempt to evoke a quiet moment for the viewer, where subtle shifts are picked up in the details, and the beauty of things that are created over time is recognized. I hand weave all of my fabrics, using a combination of natural and synthetic fibers. I then develop a photograph on the fabric using either Cyanotype or Van Dyke Brown chemistry. By combining alternative photography with hand weaving, I attempt to create works thats speak to the innate human aesthetic and necessity to create, which has universally revealed itself in every culture. " - Ilene Godofsky
 "My work is about exploring the connection between the human experience and craft. I am fascinated by the precise nature of craftsmanship, and the sense of exact decisiveness in every step of the process. I draw inspiration from studying craft throughout history, and attempt to work intuitively in my own pieces, while keeping cultural and historical references in mind. My weavings attempt to evoke a quiet moment for the viewer, where subtle shifts are picked up in the details, and the beauty of things that are created over time is recognized. I hand weave all of my fabrics, using a combination of natural and synthetic fibers. I then develop a photograph on the fabric using either Cyanotype or Van Dyke Brown chemistry. By combining alternative photography with hand weaving, I attempt to create works thats speak to the innate human aesthetic and necessity to create, which has universally revealed itself in every culture. " - Ilene GodofskyTo see more of her work go to her website.
David Ralston


 These cut stone sculptures are by British artist David Ralston. To see more of his work go to The Craft Centre of Leeds.
 These cut stone sculptures are by British artist David Ralston. To see more of his work go to The Craft Centre of Leeds.Chiyomi Taneike Longo


 These mixed media pieces are by artist Chiyomi Taneike Longo. To see more of her work go to her website.
 These mixed media pieces are by artist Chiyomi Taneike Longo. To see more of her work go to her website.Thursday, April 29, 2010
Regina Imbsweiler


 "My jewelry pieces are improvisations on themes of free flowing as well as classical forms. The contrast between sterling silver, often oxidized, and 22k gold inspires the play with textures and patterns. Fine wires act similar to lines in drawings, and the use of gold balls can be bold or very delicate, depending on their sizes. Other favorite metals are 18k gold and platinum. I love luminous cabochons, aquamarines for their silky shine and their largeness, tourmalines for the range of colors. My goal is to keep an almost ancient simplicity for each piece, with the overall collection having a contemporary feel, reflecting complex references between materials, colors, and textures." - Regina Imbsweiler
 "My jewelry pieces are improvisations on themes of free flowing as well as classical forms. The contrast between sterling silver, often oxidized, and 22k gold inspires the play with textures and patterns. Fine wires act similar to lines in drawings, and the use of gold balls can be bold or very delicate, depending on their sizes. Other favorite metals are 18k gold and platinum. I love luminous cabochons, aquamarines for their silky shine and their largeness, tourmalines for the range of colors. My goal is to keep an almost ancient simplicity for each piece, with the overall collection having a contemporary feel, reflecting complex references between materials, colors, and textures." - Regina ImbsweilerTo see more of her work go to her website.
Andrzej Radka


 These digitally altered photographs are by artist Andrzej Radka. To see more of his work go to his Photo.net page.
 These digitally altered photographs are by artist Andrzej Radka. To see more of his work go to his Photo.net page.Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Sonia Guzzo


 These beautiful leather bags are by British artist/designer Sonia Guzzo. To see more of her work go to her website.
 These beautiful leather bags are by British artist/designer Sonia Guzzo. To see more of her work go to her website.Neil Clark


 "My books are the result of my fascination with strange objects and my love of the book form. The smell and sound of a book fill me with a certain calming satisfaction and the mystery of a secret place I always wanted to be. I combine the Ethiopian style bookbinding technique with the spontaneity of assemblage. The result is an object that comes from that hideaway, that secret cubbyhole that my inner self still longs to visit." - Neil Clark
 "My books are the result of my fascination with strange objects and my love of the book form. The smell and sound of a book fill me with a certain calming satisfaction and the mystery of a secret place I always wanted to be. I combine the Ethiopian style bookbinding technique with the spontaneity of assemblage. The result is an object that comes from that hideaway, that secret cubbyhole that my inner self still longs to visit." - Neil ClarkTo see more of his work go to his Crafthaus page.
Peter Masters


 These porcelain and slumped glass pieces are by artist Peter Masters. To see more of his work go to Cervini Haas.
 These porcelain and slumped glass pieces are by artist Peter Masters. To see more of his work go to Cervini Haas.Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Mark Grotjahn


 These abstract works are from the "Seven Faces" exhibition by California artist Mark Grotjahn. To see more of his work go to Blum & Poe.
 These abstract works are from the "Seven Faces" exhibition by California artist Mark Grotjahn. To see more of his work go to Blum & Poe.Anne Havel


 These colorful enamelled jewelry pieces are by artist Anne Havel. To see more of her work go to her website.
 These colorful enamelled jewelry pieces are by artist Anne Havel. To see more of her work go to her website.Kathy Brogden


 These mixed-media mosaic pieces are by Alabama artist Kathy Brogden. To see more of her work go to Saatchi Online.
 These mixed-media mosaic pieces are by Alabama artist Kathy Brogden. To see more of her work go to Saatchi Online.Monday, April 26, 2010
Motoi Yamamoto


 This amazing labyrinth installations of salt are done by artist Motoi Yamamoto. To see more of his unique work go to his website.
 This amazing labyrinth installations of salt are done by artist Motoi Yamamoto. To see more of his unique work go to his website.Fran Solar


 These woven copper vessels are by Canadian artist Fran Solar. To see more of her work go to her website.
 These woven copper vessels are by Canadian artist Fran Solar. To see more of her work go to her website.Andrey Mikhaylov


 These moody images are by photographer Andrey Mikhaylov. To view more of his work go to his Photo.net page.
 These moody images are by photographer Andrey Mikhaylov. To view more of his work go to his Photo.net page. 
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