Meeting Information:Please join us at our next member meeting! These are typically held on the third Thursday of every month from 6:30 to 8 pm.
Our meetings are designed to provide professional development opportunities for our members, along with opportunities to network and build community around creative process. Our meet-ups are free and open to the public. Check be below schedule for additional details and contact us if you have any questions! |
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January Member Meet-up:
Makers’ Health and Self Care
Thursday, January 16, 6:30-8pm
The Clay Lady’s Campus, Studio B, 1416 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, 37210
With so many of us setting New Years resolutions to prioritize health and creativity in 2020, we decided to provide a boost of encouragement by inviting Sadie Hart, a certified Y12SR yoga instructor and musician, to lead us through some helpful physical and mental exercises specifically designed for makers like you. This night is sure to motivate you to pursue your personal goals while not forgetting about the importance of self care in the process.
Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes, as there will be opportunity for you to practice some of Sadie's stretches and other suggested activities with the group. Refreshments will be provided and, as always, our meet-ups are open to members and guests alike.
Makers’ Health and Self Care
Thursday, January 16, 6:30-8pm
The Clay Lady’s Campus, Studio B, 1416 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, 37210
With so many of us setting New Years resolutions to prioritize health and creativity in 2020, we decided to provide a boost of encouragement by inviting Sadie Hart, a certified Y12SR yoga instructor and musician, to lead us through some helpful physical and mental exercises specifically designed for makers like you. This night is sure to motivate you to pursue your personal goals while not forgetting about the importance of self care in the process.
Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes, as there will be opportunity for you to practice some of Sadie's stretches and other suggested activities with the group. Refreshments will be provided and, as always, our meet-ups are open to members and guests alike.
Past Meetings:
November 21, 2019: Tour of "Hearts of Our People: Native American Artists" at the Frist Museum of Art
We enjoyed a self-guided tour of the exhibit, which included over 115 objects varying from textiles, pottery, and sculpture to installation art.
October 17th, 2019: Potluck Dinner and Surplus Supplies Swap
Potluck dinner and opportunity to swap extra studio tools/materials with other TN Craft members
September 19th, 2019: A Discussion About Grants With Krishna Adams From the Tennessee Arts Commission
A discussion of the grants The Tennessee Arts Commission offers and tips about the application process.
August 16th, 2019: Member Meet-up at the Art of Craft Exhibit
A celebration of the member exhibit at the Centennial Art Center.
June 20, 2019: Discussion Panel about Artist / Gallery Relationships
Featuring the Copper Fox Gallery and Jenn Cole (curator and artist).
March 21, 2019: Tour of Watkins College of Art, Design, and Film
Field Trip to Watkins College of Art, Design and Film with a tour led by the Community Education Program.
February 21, 2019: Artwork Show and Tell with a Discussion about Social Media
Bring your favorite work in progress or finished piece of art to share at our next chapter meeting! After our show and tell, Rachel Calar (TN Craft-Midstate Communications Committee board member) will lead a discussion on social media as a tool for your art practice. She will also present a few successful social media campaigns as examples. Interested members can volunteer to have their artwork photographed for our new “Members Spotlight” campaign on our TN Craft-Midstate social media accounts. Refreshments will be served.
January 17th, 2018: So you got in! Now what? - with a panel of experienced artists and show organizers:
November 15, 2018: The Application Process - with a panel of jurors and show organizers:
October 18, 2018: How to Document Your Work
September 20, 2018: An Introduction to Craft Fairs
November 21, 2019: Tour of "Hearts of Our People: Native American Artists" at the Frist Museum of Art
We enjoyed a self-guided tour of the exhibit, which included over 115 objects varying from textiles, pottery, and sculpture to installation art.
October 17th, 2019: Potluck Dinner and Surplus Supplies Swap
Potluck dinner and opportunity to swap extra studio tools/materials with other TN Craft members
September 19th, 2019: A Discussion About Grants With Krishna Adams From the Tennessee Arts Commission
A discussion of the grants The Tennessee Arts Commission offers and tips about the application process.
August 16th, 2019: Member Meet-up at the Art of Craft Exhibit
A celebration of the member exhibit at the Centennial Art Center.
June 20, 2019: Discussion Panel about Artist / Gallery Relationships
Featuring the Copper Fox Gallery and Jenn Cole (curator and artist).
March 21, 2019: Tour of Watkins College of Art, Design, and Film
Field Trip to Watkins College of Art, Design and Film with a tour led by the Community Education Program.
February 21, 2019: Artwork Show and Tell with a Discussion about Social Media
Bring your favorite work in progress or finished piece of art to share at our next chapter meeting! After our show and tell, Rachel Calar (TN Craft-Midstate Communications Committee board member) will lead a discussion on social media as a tool for your art practice. She will also present a few successful social media campaigns as examples. Interested members can volunteer to have their artwork photographed for our new “Members Spotlight” campaign on our TN Craft-Midstate social media accounts. Refreshments will be served.
January 17th, 2018: So you got in! Now what? - with a panel of experienced artists and show organizers:
- Oliver and Nathalie Boutaud (leather)
- Vickie Vipperman (textiles)
- Audry Deal-McEver (pottery)
November 15, 2018: The Application Process - with a panel of jurors and show organizers:
- Craig Nutt - Wood worker who has served as a TN Craft Fair juror many times - www.craignutt.com
info@craignutt.com - Kim Waag - Representing the TN Craft Fair, Kim has been the Membership Manager for Tennessee Craft for the past two years. She will soon transition to the role of Program Director, replacing Hannah Cofer.
- Teri Alea - Executive Directory, Tennessee Craft. Teri will represent the TN Craft Fair.
October 18, 2018: How to Document Your Work
- John Lucas - A retired professional photographer with many years of experience shooting the work of TN Craft members, in addition to working with TN Tech. University
September 20, 2018: An Introduction to Craft Fairs
- Teresa Hays (Textiles) - http://www.teresahaystextilestudio.com/teresahaystextilestudio/Welcome.html
- Susan Thornton (Jewelry) - https://www.thorntonmetals.com/
- Tim Weber (Pottery) - https://www.facebook.com/timothy.weber.92