Mar
2
9:00 AM09:00
Jan
27
9:00 AM09:00
Nov
19
to Nov 20
Piedmont Craftsmen 59th Annual Craft Show
Piedmont Craftsmen's 59th Annual Fair takes place November 19th & 20th at the Benton Convention Center!
Meet the country’s finest craft artists creating one-of-a-kind, wearable, usable, livable, & beautiful work. Presented annually since 1963, the Craft Fair showcases artisans working in clay, wood, glass, fibers, leather, metal, photography, printmaking, & mixed media.
As a non-profit arts organization, Piedmont Craftsmen relies on support from those who appreciate fine contemporary & traditional craft. Our donors & partners provide essential operational support for the organization, help to fund & develop our education program, & allow us to produce gallery exhibitions that feature the work of our nearly 400 member artists. As part of the fabric of the arts community, our sponsors and donors help spur dynamic growth in the world and culture of fine craft.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors & donors that have helped make this Fair possible!
Jul
25
4:00 PM16:00
Piedmont Craftsmen Virtual Fair
Piedmont Craftsmen is excited to present our first ever Virtual Fair on Saturday, July 25 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm!
Join us and more than 30 of our Exhibiting Member Artists taking part in this live virtual event. Shoppers and visitors will be able to interact with each Craft Artist face-to-face from their studios, through easily accessible chat rooms via our Virtual Fair platform.
To visit the Virtual Fair, all you need is a smart phone, tablet, or computer with an internet connection. Click on the link to pre-register: https://my.boothcentral.com/v/events/piedmont-craftsmen-virtual-summer-fair Enter your name and email address, and we’ll send you reminders as the event approaches. This event is free to attend.
So mark your calendar for July 25, 2020 from 4:00 to 7:00PM!
Our Artist Members are looking forward to seeing you!
Visit https://my.boothcentral.com/v/events/piedmont-craftsmen-virtual-summer-fair to register.
PARTICIPATING ARTISTS INCLUDE:
FIBERS: Wendy Allen aka Miss Fitt, Deborah Bryant Handwoven, Feltmaker Sharron Parker, John Gunther Weavings, and Basketmaker Jerry Maxey.
CLAY: Cathy Kiffney, David Voorhees, Ayla Mullen, Christina Bendo, Wendy Wrenn Werstlein, Zan Barnes, Michele Hastings & Jeff Brown, Bulldog Pottery (Bruce Gholson and Samantha Henneke), Karen Fincannon, Steven Summerville, Adrina Richard, and Judy Robkin.
JEWELRY: Hannah Long, Sandra McEwen, Erica Stankwytch Bailey, Melanie Miller aka The Alchemist's Garden, Annie Grimes Williams/Coppertide Jewelry, and Cindy Miller.
WOOD: Luthier David Finck, Brian Bortz of Lost Art Woodworks, and Ray Jones
MIXED MEDIA: Renee Calder, book artist Anne McLean, photographer/weaver Emerald Estock, FOBOTS Amy Flynn.
PLUS: Knifemaker Tim Britton, and glass artist Ronnie Hughes.
For questions about Piedmont Craftsmen's Virtual Fair contact us at info@piedmontcraftsmen.org.
Nov
23
to Nov 24
Piedmont Craftsmen Fair
Does it really take 10,000 hours to master something? Ask the artists you'll meet at Piedmont Craftsmen's Fair, November 23rd & 24th, 2019 at the Benton Convention Center.
Meet Mastery at 'The Grande Dame of Craft Fairs', with nearly 100 of the country’s finest craft artists, creating one-of-a-kind, wearable, usable, livable, & beautiful work. Presented annually since 1963, Piedmont Craftsmen's 56th Craft Fair showcases artisans working in clay, wood, glass, fibers, leather, metal, photography, printmaking, and mixed media. Meet the makers, shop, and watch demonstrations in a wide range of techniques, while enjoying live music curated by the Ramkat! See you at the Fair!
ADMISSION:
Purchase tickets at the door or online by following the link below.
Adults- $8
Students/Seniors (age 65+)- $7
Children under 12- Free
Weekend Pass- $12
LOCATION:
The Benton Convention Center
301 W 5th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
TIME:
Saturday, November 23rd: 10am to 6pm
Sunday, November 24th: Noon to 5pm
For more information about the Fair, a list of this year's exhibiting artists, membership information, and more - visit piedmontcraftsmen.org
Sep
14
9:00 AM09:00
Coptic stitch Bookbinding Workshop
Coptic Stitch Bookbindings are characterized by one or more sections of parchment, papyrus, or paper sewn through their folds, and (if more than one section) attached to each other with chain stitch linkings across the spine. Once the Basic Coptic binding technique is learned the artist may develop unique binding designs limited only by their imagination. For more information and registration, go to cocoongallerync.com
Apr
13
to Apr 14
Handmade Journals Workshop at the Crafts Center
Handmade Journals Workshop at the Crafts Center
Feb
23
9:00 AM09:00
Coptic Bookbinding Class at Cocoon Gallery
One day Coptic Stitch Bookbinding class at Cocoon Gallery on February 23rd from 9am - 3:30pm.
Nov
17
10:00 AM10:00
Holiday Crafts Fair at NC State
NC State University Holiday Crafts Fair. November 17th, 2018 from 10am - 5pm. Stop by booth #1 and say hello!
May
19
to May 20
Artsplosure 2018: Booth A16
It's how Raleigh celebrates spring! For the 39th year, Artsplosure – The Raleigh Arts Festival will be bringing art, music, and entertainment to the heart downtown Raleigh! This year’s festival will take place along Fayetteville St with activities, art and stages in each location. Artsplosure will take place for the entire weekend of May 19-20, 2018. Over 170+ artists have been selected for this year’s juried Art Market along beautiful Fayetteville St. Peruse art and crafts, check out Kidsplosure at Market & Exchange plaza, and experience performances by both local and nationally acclaimed artists and entertainers!
ART MARKET HOURS:
Saturday 11:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm
Mar
17
to Mar 18
Handmade Journals
Open to all skill levels. Make your own handbound books perfect for journaling and sketching! Students will learn the basic skills used in decorating book covers, tearing and folding signatures, and a Coptic binding stitch technique using one needle. Explore various methods of enhancing the book with longstitch and pockets. Decorative paper will be provided for the covers, but feel free to bring your own papers, fabric, or wallpaper if you wish. This two-day workshop will include materials for making two medium size books approx. 5” x 7” each.
Saturday, March 17, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. & Sunday, March 18, 9:00 am – 3:00 p.m.
Class Fee:
I = $ 84
II = $ 114
II = $ 122
Mar
10
9:00 AM09:00
Coptic Stitch Bookbinding Class
Day-course covering the techniques needed for bookbinding using the basic Coptic Stitch and information for continuing your education once home too.
Cost: $70 includes materials *extra materials may be purchased from Artist during class
Register at:
Cocoon Gallery
221 N Salem St Apex
919-267-4321
cocoongallerync@gmail.com
Nov
18
9:00 AM09:00
Crafts Center Holiday Fair
Come support your local artists and find one-of-a-kind pieces. My books and jewelry are in the lapidary studio, booth #34.
Nov
4
9:00 AM09:00
Bookbinding Class with Anne McLean
Sign up to learn one needle Coptic Stitch Bookbinding and create your own journal.
Oct
21
to Oct 22
Coptic Bound Books Workshop
Open to all skill levels. Make your own hand-bound books! Learn basic skills for decorating book covers, tearing and folding signatures, and Coptic stitch. Decorative paper will be provided for the covers and feel free to bring your own papers, fabric or wallpaper. This two-day workshop will include materials for making two medium- sized books approximately 5”x 7” each.
Saturday & Sunday, October 21 & 22, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Class Fee:
I = $ 86
II = $ 117
II = $ 125
Please see Crafts Center website for more information on fee structure.
May
19
to May 21
Artsplosure 2017
Come out and enjoy the festivities at Artsplosure! Around 200 vendors will be showcasing artwork including ceramics, paintings, sculptures, glass, handbound books, and many more! Anne's booth will feature handbound books.
Friday, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Nov
19
10:00 AM10:00
NCSU 2016 Holiday Crafts Fair
Discover handmade pottery, glass, jewelry, wood, fiber arts items and more at the Crafts Center’s 32nd annual Holiday Crafts Fair!
Meet the artists, enjoy complimentary refreshments and shop for unique items for yourself or the special people on your holiday gift list.
May
20
to May 22
Artsplosure 2016
Come out and enjoy the festivities at Artsplosure! Around 200 vendors will be showcasing artwork including ceramics, paintings, sculptures, glass, handbound books, and many more!
Anne's booth is B27 located on Fayetteville St between Martin and Davie St and will feature handbound books. Come join the fun!
Friday, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Nov
21
10:00 AM10:00