How do artists think about change and what precipitates a shift in their work? Are transformations inevitable, planned or by surprise? How does process or material affect the possibility for transition? Join artists Raissa Bump, Cristina Cordova, Arthur Gonzalez, and Tom Huang as they discuss the unique internal and external challenges they experience as their work grows and evolves. Moderated by Jean W. McLaughlin, Director, Penland School of Crafts, Penland, NC.
Friday November 7
Sculptural Objects, Functional Art + Design Fair at Chicago’s Navy Pier
10-11 AM learn more
Raissa Bump’s work is also included in the exhibition, The Craft School Experience, with artists Christa Assad, David Ellsworth, Arthur Gonzalez, Dante Marioni and John McQueen, curated by Bill May, Director, Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts, Gatlinburg, TN; Stuart Kestenbaum, Director, Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, Deer Isle, ME; Jean McLaughlin, Director, Penland School of Crafts, Penland, NC; Kristin Muller, Director, Peters Valley School of Craft, Layton, NJ; Jim Baker, Director, Pilchuck Glass School, Seattle, WA.
This interactive exhibit strives to capture the essence of the craft school experience by featuring the artworks of master teachers, resident artists, and students who have studied or taught at one or more of the participating schools. Surrounded by personal narratives, quotes, videos, and audio accounts, these works demonstrate the tremendous conceptual and artistic progress possible in this transformative style of education. From a variety of voices and first-hand perspectives, this unique exhibit highlights the connection between creativity and meaningful craft school experiences.
Join the artists and curators for a panel discussion at the pier, Saturday November 8 from 11-12 AM.
Panelists include Bill May, Director, Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts, Gatlinburg, TN; Raissa Bump, Studio Artist, San Francisco, CA: Stuart Kestenbaum, Director, Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, Deer Isle, ME; Jean McLaughlin, Director, Penland School of Crafts, Penland, NC; Kristin Muller, Director, Peters Valley School of Craft, Layton, NJ; and James Baker, Director, Pilchuck Glass School, Seattle, WA. Moderated by Ennis Carter, Director, Social Impact Studios.
Raissa’s work can be seen at Hedone Gallery during the fair, booth 300.
