> Apologies for cross posting and Very Happy Christmas
> Second Call for Papers Abstract Deadline 14 February 2004
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> ChallengingCraft Conference
> An international conference on the new craft
> 8 -10 September 2004
> Grays School of Art, Aberdeen, Scotland
Gordon Burnett at [log in to unmask]
> Please look at the website for all information http://www.challengingcraft.org/
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> Craft practice is undergoing a revolution. Hybrid practices are blurring creative boundaries
> - not just between art, craft and design - but between craft, performance and film.
> New technologies enable makers to integrate digital and hand processes.
> Against the backdrop of globalisation and increased homogenisation of consumer
> goods craft plays a defining role in articulating cultural identity.
> The new craft is challenging popular and professional definitions of practice,
> and creating new values and relevance for craft knowledge.
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> Themes
> Hybrid practice - challenging traditional craft boundaries
> Craft and new technology - implications for practice
> Challenging craft education
> Craft articulating culture
> New collaborative craft practices
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