http://polymerartarchive.com This is a site where professional artists working in the medium of polymer will find inspiration. Museum and gallery curators will be able to access documentation about the evolution of this vibrant medium for artistic expression. And serious collectors will discover windows to new works and the medium's most collectable artists. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:26:59 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Barbara Sperling and Michael Sakash, Koi Bowl with Lilac Stand, 2006 polymer, lilac twigs, stain, tung oil 13" h x 16"w x 12"d The Polymer Collection at the Racine Art Museum will make its debut in an exhibition scheduled for the fall of 2011. This recent acquisition of more than 180 pieces ... http://polymerartarchive.com/2010/03/08/meet-me-at-ram/ Loretta Lam, Laughing Corn, 2009 Loretta Lam's Neckpiece appeared in CraftForms 2009, the 15th International Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Craft at the Wayne Art Center, Wayne PA from Dec 4, 2009 - Jan 23, 2010.  The exhibition which was curated by Bruce Pepich, Executive Director and Curator of Collections at the ... http://polymerartarchive.com/2010/03/05/poetry-and-polymer/ Dan Adams and Cynthia Toops, Sleepless in Seattle Necklace detail, 2010 glass, polymer, silver Dan Adams and Cynthia Toops have new work in the upcoming exhibit called Glass Quake Again 2010.  The show opens on March 12th and runs thru April 24th at Mobilia Gallery in Cambridge MA. http://polymerartarchive.com/2010/03/02/toops-and-adams-at-mobilia/ Elise Winters, Denim Cascade RUFFLE Neckpiece, 2010 as seen on models during Cynthia Rowley's Fall 2010 runway show last Friday during NY Fashion Week. Elise Winters, Denim Cascade RUFFLE Neckpiece, 2010 Elise Winters, Omni Cascade RUFFLE Neckpiece, 2010 http://polymerartarchive.com/2010/02/17/ruffles-on-the-runway/ If you are in the Philadelphia area this month, don't miss the Ford/Forlano show at Snyderman-Works Gallery.  Over these past few months, Steven and David have expanded their creative collaboration to include two-dimensional work.  Along side their jewelry, they will be showing linoleum prints on Japanese paper with hand-painted embellishments.  ... http://polymerartarchive.com/2010/02/05/polymer-and-prints/ Cynthia Toops, Beetlerama, 2009, neckpiece, polymer, upholstery cord While I'm hibernating for the rest of January and February... here's some new images to keep you amused.  These two works by Cynthia Toops are in an exhibiton called JuJu Magic opening on January 27 at Facere Jewelry Art Gallery in Seattle. Cynthia Toops, Annelida, ... http://polymerartarchive.com/2010/01/14/gone-ice-fishing/ Ford/Forlano neckpiece detail Here's another sign that polymer continues to gain prominence in the established craft arena. SNAG, the Society of North American Goldsmiths, has just published a new promotional brochure.  Of the nine works pictured in this publication, two are polymer.  The detail of a Ford/Forlano neckpiece is top and center ... http://polymerartarchive.com/2010/01/08/polymer-snaged/ Louise Fischer Cozzi, Necklace Belt II, 2008 Niche Magazine has announced the finalists for their 2010 Niche Awards. In addition to 4 in the polymer category, 6 other polymer works are among this year's finalist. Sandra McCaw and Loretta Lam have been nominated in the Fashion Jewelry category. Louise Fischer Cozzi ... http://polymerartarchive.com/2010/01/01/10-polymer-works-among-niche-finalists/ Bruce W. Pepich, Executive Director and Curator of Collections at the Racine Art Museum. I’ve witnessed Philippe de Montebello trying to weave his magic on a potential major donor to his Metropolitan Museum of New York. Philippe’s pitch, smooth and seductive, had a well rehearsed air to it. Across an antique ... http://polymerartarchive.com/2009/12/25/polymer-arts-superhero-meet-bruce-pepich/ Before this tax year ends, please don't forget to make your contribution to the RAM Polymer Collection. Cynthia Toops, Dust If You Must, 2008 Lark Books is adding to its Masters series with a new title called Masters: Polymer Clay due out in late 2010.  Currently in production, this volume will celebrate ... http://polymerartarchive.com/2009/12/18/masters-book-on-the-horizon/