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I N V I T A T I O N to attend.................
International Challenging Craft Conference
8-10 September 2004
Gray's School of Art, Aberdeen, Scotland
www.challengingcraft.org
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. These issues are at the heart of the conference
debate.
Speakers include:
Gijs Bakker, Droog Design, The Netherlands
Jane Harris, Central Saint Martins, London
Grace Cochrane, Powerhouse Museum, Sydney, Australia
Paul Atkinson, University of Huddersfield
Mah Rana, Jeweller, UK,
Kenji Toki, Laquer practitioner, Japan.
Plus over 40 refereed papers covering the central
Conference themes.
Early bird before 30th June £190 thereafter £250
Full time student £150
Accommodation information and registration form
available on the website.
www.challengingcraft.org
Gordon Burnett
Conference Convenor
Reader in Craft
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