Monthly Archives: January 2012

Wow, Another symposium has come and gone.  Exhibition openings, workshops, lectures, professional development, and panel discussions were a few of the things we did over the weekend. And a really excellent cocktail party that had us dancing the night away.  … Continue reading →

ANGELA BUBASH WORKSHOP: Elegant Connections Angela is a studio jeweler and educator residing in the mountains of NC. She currently teaches at Appalachian State University and maintains her own studio practice creating one of kind art jewelry. Angela has been metalsmithing since … Continue reading →

Lecture: Things and Thingness RENEE ZETTLE-STERLING is an artist, object maker, and educator whose studio practice consists of exploring a multiplicity of media and technique to create small-scale body orientated devices, jewelry, and installations.  Her work explores issues surrounding our relationship with … Continue reading →

Hello All! Here again is the breakdown of the wonderful weekend that is fast approaching! Cheers! DJ 2012 ECU Symposium SCHEDULE Material Topics: Merging Methods Friday Jan 13 2012 – Travel Day – plan to arrive before 11pm.  ECU students will … Continue reading →

Hi all, Here are some more profiles.  Enjoy! ASHLEY BRODIE WORKSHOP:  “Sustainable Habits” Ashley is a studio jeweler and teacher in Durham, North Carolina. She created her namesake jewelry line in 2005. She graduated with Honors from East Carolina University … Continue reading →

  MASAKO ONODERA WORKSHOP: Fibersmithing Masako’s work features craft as a process to show the parallels between body beautification and the history of craft making. Craft played and plays an important part in the evolution of humanity. By utilizing craft … Continue reading →

Hello All, We’d like to continue profiling our symposium presenters.  So without further ado, LISA CLAGUE WORKSHOP: “Metal and Clay” Lisa Clague is an internationally known sculptor. She received her BFA from the Cleveland Institute of Art and her MFA … Continue reading →

Hello All! HAPPY  NEW YEAR! Get out those funny hats and noise makers! Has everyone made their resolution yet? We have,  and that is to make The 2012 ECU Symposium the best one yet!!! Hope everyone has a fun filled and safe … Continue reading →