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'''Contemporary Craft''' ('''CC'''), which was previously known as the '''Society for Contemporary Craft''', presents [[contemporary art]] in craft media such as ceramics, metals, fiber, glass, wood, and mixed media by international, national, and regional artists. |
'''Contemporary Craft''' ('''CC'''), which was previously known as the '''Society for Contemporary Craft''', presents [[contemporary art]] in craft media such as ceramics, metals, fiber, glass, wood, and mixed media by international, national, and regional artists. In 2020, CC relocated from The Strip District to its permanent location on Butler Street in the Lawrenceville neighborhood in [[Pittsburgh]], [[Pennsylvania]], [[United States]]. The organization offers exhibitions focusing on multi-cultural diversity and social justice.,<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.pghcitypaper.com/pittsburgh/the-society-for-contemporary-craft/Location?oid=1352193 | title=The Society for Contemporary Craft | newspaper=[[Pittsburgh City Paper]] | accessdate=17 February 2019 }}</ref> artist-led, hands-on workshops, and a store featuring handcrafted art objects by artists from across the United States. CC is free admission and open to the public. |
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Between three and four exhibits are displayed annually in CC's main gallery and bring in approximately 35,000 visitors.{{ |
Between three and four exhibits are displayed annually in CC's main gallery and bring in approximately 35,000 visitors.{{citation needed|date=February 2019}} Another 100,000 visit the Satellite Gallery at One Mellon Center that was opened in 1990. This second gallery is located in the Pittsburgh Steel Plaza T-station and allows those working downtown the opportunity to experience art.<ref name="bp">{{cite web| url=http://boringpittsburgh.com/art/pittsburghs-first-modern-art-gallery/ | publisher=Boring Pittsburgh | title=Pittsburg's First Modern Art Gallery }}</ref><ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.popcitymedia.com/features/societycontempcraft060809.aspx | publisher=[[Pop City Media]] | title=The One and Only: Society for Contemporary Craft }}</ref> |
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CC is nonprofit, aiming to bring arts to the community.{{ |
CC is nonprofit, aiming to bring arts to the community.{{citation needed|date=February 2019}} It provides as much free access and programs as possible. In addition to the current exhibits and various studio workshops, CC reaches out into the community and focuses on at-risk youth, seniors in assisted living, and those living in homeless shelters.<ref name="cb2010">{{cite web| url=http://www.citizensbank.com/about-us/news/citizens/2010/10_06_10_pitt_champion.aspx | title=Society for Contemporary Craft is new Champion in Action | work=Press Release | date=2010 | publisher=[[Citizens Financial Group|Citizens Bank]] | accessdate=17 February 2019 }}</ref> |
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==History== |
==History== |
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CC was founded in 1971 by Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.contemporarycraft.org/The_Store/ERR_Interview.html |title= |
CC was founded in 1971 by Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.contemporarycraft.org/The_Store/ERR_Interview.html |title=ERR Interview | accessdate=2013-08-19 | url-status=dead | archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110928164907/http://www.contemporarycraft.org/The_Store/ERR_Interview.html | archivedate=2011-09-28 }} Contemporary Craft – Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael Interview</ref><ref>{{cite web| url=http://boringpittsburgh.com/tag/elizabeth-rockwell-raphael/ | publisher=Boring Pittsburgh | title=Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael | accessdate=17 February 2019 }}</ref> in the belief that contemporary artists had new things to say with traditional materials, and that they needed wider opportunities to exhibit and sell their work. Since then, CC has organized more than 230 exhibitions and has established a satellite gallery<ref name="pattak09">{{cite web| url=http://www.popcitymedia.com/features/societycontempcraft060809.aspx | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091010171017/http://www.popcitymedia.com/features/societycontempcraft060809.aspx | url-status=dead | archive-date=10 October 2009 | work=[[Pop City]] Media | title=The One and Only: Society for Contemporary Craft | first=Evan | last=Pattak | date=7 October 2009 | accessdate=17 February 2019 }}</ref> and a permanent collection. CC also offers a range of studio classes, community outreach programs, and a retail store. |
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Elizabeth “Betty” Rockwell Raphael, who has been called one of the most groundbreaking women in the arts<ref name="bp" /> was the first to transform the Pittsburgh arts scene. Before its foundation in 1971, Raphael opened a small art gallery in 1941 making the first modern art gallery Pittsburgh had ever seen. She introduced a new vision of art to the city and created what is now one of the only organizations in the country that focuses solely on craft media.<ref name="pattak09" /> |
Elizabeth “Betty” Rockwell Raphael, who has been called one of the most groundbreaking women in the arts<ref name="bp" /> was the first to transform the Pittsburgh arts scene. Before its foundation in 1971, Raphael opened a small art gallery in 1941 making the first modern art gallery Pittsburgh had ever seen. She introduced a new vision of art to the city and created what is now one of the only organizations in the country that focuses solely on craft media.<ref name="pattak09" /> |
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In 2010, CC was named a "Champion in Action" in the community arts category by [[Citizens Financial Group|Citizens Bank]] and [[WPXI-TV]], and received a $25,000 grant for “offering cutting-edge exhibitions focused on multicultural diversity and non-mainstream art, as well as a range of classes and community outreach programs,” said Ralph J, Papa, Chairman of Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania.<ref name="cb2010"/> |
In 2010, CC was named a "Champion in Action" in the community arts category by [[Citizens Financial Group|Citizens Bank]] and [[WPXI-TV]], and received a $25,000 grant for “offering cutting-edge exhibitions focused on multicultural diversity and non-mainstream art, as well as a range of classes and community outreach programs,” said Ralph J, Papa, Chairman of Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania.<ref name="cb2010"/> |
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In 2018, CC received the Award of Distinction from [[American Craft Council]]. This award recognizes an organization, institution, corporation, or individual who has made significant contributions to the field of craft with a minimum of 25 years of service.<ref>{{Cite web| url=https://craftcouncil.org/about-acc/acc-awards/american-craft-council-award-of-distinction | title=ACC Award of Distinction | website=American Craft Council |language=en|access-date=2019-02-11}}</ref> CC was the first organization to receive this award in Pittsburgh, PA.{{ |
In 2018, CC received the Award of Distinction from [[American Craft Council]]. This award recognizes an organization, institution, corporation, or individual who has made significant contributions to the field of craft with a minimum of 25 years of service.<ref>{{Cite web| url=https://craftcouncil.org/about-acc/acc-awards/american-craft-council-award-of-distinction | title=ACC Award of Distinction | website=American Craft Council |language=en|access-date=2019-02-11}}</ref> CC was the first organization to receive this award in Pittsburgh, PA.{{citation needed|date=February 2019}} |
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==References== |
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*https://nextpittsburgh.com/city-design/contemporary-craft-opens-in-a-renovated-building-in-upper-lawrenceville-more-than-ever-this-is-needed/ |
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* [http://www.contemporarycraft.org Contemporary Craft] |
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Contemporary Craft (CC), which was previously known as the Society for Contemporary Craft, presents contemporary art in craft media such as ceramics, metals, fiber, glass, wood, and mixed media by international, national, and regional artists. In 2020, CC relocated from The Strip District to its permanent location on Butler Street in the Lawrenceville neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. The organization offers exhibitions focusing on multi-cultural diversity and social justice.,[1] artist-led, hands-on workshops, and a store featuring handcrafted art objects by artists from across the United States. CC is free admission and open to the public.
Between three and four exhibits are displayed annually in CC's main gallery and bring in approximately 35,000 visitors.[citation needed] Another 100,000 visit the Satellite Gallery at One Mellon Center that was opened in 1990. This second gallery is located in the Pittsburgh Steel Plaza T-station and allows those working downtown the opportunity to experience art.[2][3]
CC is nonprofit, aiming to bring arts to the community.[citation needed] It provides as much free access and programs as possible. In addition to the current exhibits and various studio workshops, CC reaches out into the community and focuses on at-risk youth, seniors in assisted living, and those living in homeless shelters.[4]
History
[edit]CC was founded in 1971 by Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael[5][6] in the belief that contemporary artists had new things to say with traditional materials, and that they needed wider opportunities to exhibit and sell their work. Since then, CC has organized more than 230 exhibitions and has established a satellite gallery[7] and a permanent collection. CC also offers a range of studio classes, community outreach programs, and a retail store.
Elizabeth “Betty” Rockwell Raphael, who has been called one of the most groundbreaking women in the arts[2] was the first to transform the Pittsburgh arts scene. Before its foundation in 1971, Raphael opened a small art gallery in 1941 making the first modern art gallery Pittsburgh had ever seen. She introduced a new vision of art to the city and created what is now one of the only organizations in the country that focuses solely on craft media.[7]
In 2010, CC was named a "Champion in Action" in the community arts category by Citizens Bank and WPXI-TV, and received a $25,000 grant for “offering cutting-edge exhibitions focused on multicultural diversity and non-mainstream art, as well as a range of classes and community outreach programs,” said Ralph J, Papa, Chairman of Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania.[4]
In 2018, CC received the Award of Distinction from American Craft Council. This award recognizes an organization, institution, corporation, or individual who has made significant contributions to the field of craft with a minimum of 25 years of service.[8] CC was the first organization to receive this award in Pittsburgh, PA.[citation needed]
References
[edit]- ^ "The Society for Contemporary Craft". Pittsburgh City Paper. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ a b "Pittsburg's First Modern Art Gallery". Boring Pittsburgh.
- ^ "The One and Only: Society for Contemporary Craft". Pop City Media.
- ^ a b "Society for Contemporary Craft is new Champion in Action". Press Release. Citizens Bank. 2010. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ "ERR Interview". Archived from the original on 2011-09-28. Retrieved 2013-08-19. Contemporary Craft – Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael Interview
- ^ "Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael". Boring Pittsburgh. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ a b Pattak, Evan (7 October 2009). "The One and Only: Society for Contemporary Craft". Pop City Media. Archived from the original on 10 October 2009. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ "ACC Award of Distinction". American Craft Council. Retrieved 2019-02-11.
