Arrowmont Connections: Deb SCHWARTZKOPF offers online ceramics workshops and publishes book
Arrowmont is a special community full of creative people – a family who know that coming together and making art is important. We talk a lot about the Arrowmont Experience – connecting through craft and community. That connection exists beyond physical proximity. It is in shared memories and new ideas. It lives in the friendships we make…
Arrowmont Craft Conversations: Erin Anfinson – Encaustic, Collage and Animation Artist
ARROWMONT CRAFT CONVERSATIONS is a video series that highlights artists in the Arrowmont community. Our partnership with Arrowmont faculty and community members has contributed to Arrowmont’s outstanding reputation. The artists who appear in this series exemplify the characteristics that represent the School — among the most experienced, capable, and innovative in the arts and crafts…
CRAFT AND CULTURE FELLOW PROJECT: JOHN POLLY CREATES A WALNUT ENTRY TABLE
WALNUT ENTRY TABLE PROJECT By John Polly, 2020 Spring Appalachian Craft and Culture Fellow A few months ago, I had sawed up a 22-inch walnut log with a chain saw. The saw had an 18-inch bar therefore it was sawed into quarters before milling resulting in 9 to 10-inch boards with one live edge. This…
Potters Favorite Pots: Bruce Cochrane features Annabeth Rosen piece
One of Arrowmont’s most engaging traditions at the Utilitarian Clay Symposia is the presenters panel, “Potters Favorite Pots.” It’s an opportunity for participants to learn about the functional objects that inspire each presenter – whether it’s process, form, or personal connection with the maker. In a new video series, Arrowmont asks previous presenters to share…
Arrowmont Connections: Board member Debby Rice weaves textiles and words while sheltering in place
Arrowmont is a special community full of creative people – a family who know that coming together and making art is important. We talk a lot about the Arrowmont Experience – connecting through craft and community. That connection exists beyond physical proximity. It is in shared memories and new ideas. It lives in the friendships we make…
Arrowmont Connections: Julia Gartrell leads free Instagram workshops with #mendingmondays
Arrowmont is a special community full of creative people – a family who know that coming together and making art is important. We talk a lot about the Arrowmont Experience – connecting through craft and community. That connection exists beyond physical proximity. It is in shared memories and new ideas. It lives in the friendships we make…
Arrowmont Connections: Luke Huling finds a way to make art every day
Arrowmont is a special community full of creative people – a family who know that coming together and making art is important. We talk a lot about the Arrowmont Experience – connecting through craft and community. That connection exists beyond physical proximity. It is in shared memories and new ideas. It lives in the friendships we make…
Craft and Culture Fellow Project: John Polly provides step-by-step details for cooling/serving racks
Cooling/Serving Rack Project By John Polly, 2020 Spring Appalachian Craft and Culture Fellow I had some walnut left from another project. Most of the pieces were under 1” wide and random lengths. Normally, I would make cutting boards from this type of material. I had several cutting boards already made so I wanted to do…
Arrowmont Connections: Erin Keane pays it forward with the Artist Support Pledge
Arrowmont is a special community full of creative people – a family who know that coming together and making art is important. We talk a lot about the Arrowmont Experience – connecting through craft and community. That connection exists beyond physical proximity. It is in shared memories and new ideas. It lives in the friendships we make…
Arrowmont Connections: Christine Garvey promotes creativity through Mindset Mondays and A Mighty Practice podcast
Arrowmont is a special community full of creative people – a family who know that coming together and making art is important. We talk a lot about the Arrowmont Experience – connecting through craft and community. That connection exists beyond physical proximity. It is in shared memories and new ideas. It lives in the friendships we make…
