Craft Innovation Jumpstarter Winner Keysha Rivera has some advice for artists considering pursuing the grant: "APPLY! Stay true to your vision and use this opportunity to push the boundaries of your craft and explore new possibilities!" #finecraft #fineart #sculpture

The Society’s Craft Innovation Jumpstarter is a new artist support program that focuses on craft artists who take chances, learn through experimentation, and want to connect with others working on similar creative problems. societyofcrafts.org/craft-innovati… Theme: Canva #cfa #grant

Today, we celebrate one of our own board members, Queen Allotey-Papoe! Her fashion collection has a focus on sustainability and practicality, describing itself as being for "women on the go". Photo: queenadelinecollection on Insta

COMING THIS FRIDAY: Join us for a unique studio visit with Kyungmin Park, a ceramic artist, teacher, and mentor who creates fun, figurative sculptures to portray human emotions, personal narratives, and compelling storytelling. ow.ly/5tT150NkPC2 #kyungminpark #ceramics

Anrealage 2013 Spring Summer Show included Kunihiko Morinaga's PhotoChromic Collection, which changed color under UV light. Would you use this technique in your own craft? Photo Credits: Koji Hirano #anrealage #kunihikomorinaga #photochromic #clothing #fashion

We're happy to update our followers on the work of Jessica Calderwood, one of our Craft Innovation Jumpstarter jurors and a former CraftBoston artist! From left to right: Artist installing a piece, "Solace", "Diffuse", "Stacked" - read more on our FB/Instagram. #enamel #craft

We'd like you to meet our Jumpstarter Jurors! Katina Leodas, Lois Russell, Michael Puryear, and Jessica Calderwood are our judges for the $3000 Craft Innovation Jumpstarter. They will be assessing your applications for the June awards this Spring!

We spoke with Irmandy Wicaksono, the creator of Tapis Magique and the KnittedKeyboard, to discover what innovation in craft means to him! Read the full exchange on our website! societyofcrafts.org/?p=31206&previ… Photo: TechSauce Media #artsandcrafts #societyofcrafts

In honor of Easter, we're sharing this Natalie Miebach piece which totally reminds us of decorated eggs - just us? We hope everyone is having a lovely Spring and getting excited for the events and awards to come this year! #nataliemiebach #artsandcrafts #societyofcrafts

"As an Artist in Residence at SA+C in 2018, I had the opportunity to meet collectors and other esteemed craftspeople, witness the curation of exhibitions and enjoy the time and space for my own practice while working in the dedicated studio space. With gratitude, Jodi Colella"

"The MMFA commissioned Molly Hatch to create a massive mosaic composed of 198 hand-painted terracotta plates that would dominate the grand staircase of the Michal and Renata Hornstein Pavilion." Check it out: mbam.qc.ca/en/exhibitions… #event #artevent #craftevent

The keynote speaker for Parall(elles) is none other than Jeannine Falino, curator and writer! You can visit Parall(elles) at the MMFA in Ontario until May 28th and experience the all-women exhibit. #parallelles #mmfa #ontarioevents #artontario #ontarioarts

"I think fondly on the time that I spent at the Society of Arts and Crafts in Boston. I am currently living and making work in New Orleans, LA, sharing a studio space with friends. Lily Fein, Former Artist in Residence with SA+C #artsandcrafts #societyofcrafts

Unsure if you qualify? Visit our website to view the details of this grant: ow.ly/F1zV50NwF9g #craftinnovationjumpstarter #societyofcrafts #supportartists #helpforartists #grantforartists #artistgrants

REPOST: The 10th annual Boston Design Week has launched! Please check ✨ow.ly/qTGn50Ny8MH✨ and check out our 60+ in-person, online and outdoor events! ow.ly/2Wvf50Ny8MM #bostondesignweek #artevents #bostonevents

Meet the Board: Josephine (Jo) Stealey is an artist known for her multi-media work using textiles and handmade paper. Her work is exhibited widely and is found in many private and public collections. #artsandcrafts #societyofcrafts

REPOST: The 10th annual Boston Design Week has launched! Please check ✨ow.ly/qTGn50Ny8MH✨ and check out our 60+ in-person, online and outdoor events! ow.ly/2Wvf50Ny8MM #bostondesignweek #artevents #bostonevents

According to Sienna Patti Shop, Tracy Steepy's work "investigates color and material equally. She has made jewelry from many non-traditional materials including rubber and plastic resins, all with an eye to color and pushing the boundaries of the materials inherent qualities."

Have questions about our Craft Innovation Jumpstarter grant? Join us for an information session on May 23 at noon!

$3000 grants for craft innovation, due June 5 - societyofcrafts.org