Article Response: Amber & Karen's article titled "Craft's Horizons"

The author of this article explored the question about what we see or take as craft today. He gave us numerous names of people who may fall into the category of craft, and we explored a few. What do you think? Do they fall into the category of 'craft'?

-Rings by Sevan Bicakci-

Also, the author suggests that various artists use craftsman and other people to produce their art, but then only the "artist" themselves are credited. What do you think about this?

(made by Bond Street firm Bentley and Skinner)

Roni Horn's "Pink Tons"

(manufactured for her by the German firm Schott)

Charles Ray's "Hinoki"
(exact replica of a fallen tree, fashioned by a team of wood carvers in Osaka)

And how about industry?

The author states:
"Without these craftspeople, the global economy would be in even more trouble than it already is."

The works at the link are by artists who are embracing production and it's benefits. (Object Factory). To us, this show is a note of optimism, like the author states in the last paragraph.

Fair Trade is not about charity, but about giving a fair deal to marginalized third world producers.

Global Gallery is a non-profit, volunteer operated, marketplace in the Short North that promotes fair-trade and cultural awareness. Fair Trade products and handicrafts from around the world in our store help provide each artisan with a fair wage to support their families.