The Arts Council of Henderson County is hosting the 65th annual Art on Main Fine Art + Craft Festival in Historic Downtown Hendersonville on September 28-29, 2024. The event features over 100 artists showcasing a variety of fine arts and crafts, live demonstrations, and a raffle with donated artwork.
The Loewe Foundation Craft Prize, held at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris, showcased the works of 30 artisans from around the world, highlighting the growing interest in craft and the blurring of boundaries between different disciplines. The winner, Mexican ceramicist Andrés Anza, created a totemic ceramic sculpture that blended ancient archeological forms with a post-digital aesthetic. Special mentions were awarded to Miki Asai for her miniature vases made from eggshell and seashell fragments, Emmanuel Boos for his stackable brick coffee table, and Heechan Kim for his cloud-like ash wood sculpture with copper wire spikes. The exhibition showcased a wide range of materials and techniques, from traditional weaving to recycled materials, while highlighting the balance between playfulness and precision in craft practices.
London Craft Week is back in full swing, showcasing the exceptional skills and artistry of over 1,000 established and emerging makers and galleries. From intricate ceramics and exquisite jewelry to cutting-edge furniture and sustainable fashion, the festival offers a captivating immersion into the world of contemporary craftsmanship. Running until the 19th of May 2024, London Craft Week provides a unique opportunity to discover, appreciate, and acquire the finest handcrafted pieces while supporting the vibrant creative community at the heart of the city’s cultural landscape.
