Fine Craft and Fine Art (So what's the difference?)
We would like to side-step that issue. Maybe talk about the weather.
Many highly respected artists, craftsmen, and critics have weighed in on the topic. But nobody agrees. There is no one definitive test or checklist to firmly place an object in one category or the other.
So why use both terms when describing our gallery and sculpture garden? There are some commonly held beliefs about the terms that influence behavior and emotions about craft and art.
These beliefs can be harmful to craft-artists and gallery patrons. Set these aside.
We respectfully suggest that you look at, value, and purchase individual works in the gallery for their quality and connection to your life and home.
An oil painting may make your heart sing and eyes well every time you encounter it. Memories, dreams, beauty, love or longing. Its value per square inch is meaningless.
A vase with the colors of the lake may have the same effect on your heart while housing peonies from the garden.
A wooden spoon with cat-tail handle may evoke Grandma's hand on your shoulder baking cookies.
Handmade fine art and fine craft carries the spirit of the maker. Nurturing the homes and lives of makers, owners, and their families.
Using and caring for handmade craft and art encourages contemplation and ritual in home life.
Mindfulness. Creativity. Joy.
Many highly respected artists, craftsmen, and critics have weighed in on the topic. But nobody agrees. There is no one definitive test or checklist to firmly place an object in one category or the other.
So why use both terms when describing our gallery and sculpture garden? There are some commonly held beliefs about the terms that influence behavior and emotions about craft and art.
These beliefs can be harmful to craft-artists and gallery patrons. Set these aside.
We respectfully suggest that you look at, value, and purchase individual works in the gallery for their quality and connection to your life and home.
An oil painting may make your heart sing and eyes well every time you encounter it. Memories, dreams, beauty, love or longing. Its value per square inch is meaningless.
A vase with the colors of the lake may have the same effect on your heart while housing peonies from the garden.
A wooden spoon with cat-tail handle may evoke Grandma's hand on your shoulder baking cookies.
Handmade fine art and fine craft carries the spirit of the maker. Nurturing the homes and lives of makers, owners, and their families.
Using and caring for handmade craft and art encourages contemplation and ritual in home life.
Mindfulness. Creativity. Joy.