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This hypothesis presents the concept that the
handmade crafts tradition can inform and improve upon
itself through contemporary communication design.
This is in contrast to the overwhelming presence of
digital tools, such as the infinite use of …. , that offer
virtually no influence in the design process, and serve
only to showcase products.
Such a hypothesis would encourage both the crafters
and consumers to communicate openly with one
another and collaborate on the processes of their
designs through active information channels, leading to
overall better products for both the consumers and
crafters alike.
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Definition of Craft
Craft [ kraft, krahft ]
-noun
1. an art, trade, or occupation requiring special skill
2. skill; dexterity
3. the members of a trade or profession collectively
- From dictionary.com
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In 19th Century:
Art and Craft movement proliferates.
Decorative art is in the process of being disenfranchised
from fine art.
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In 20th Century:
Contemporary craft diverge from design in the 1920s.
‘Craft’ becomes isolated from the pursuit of beauty
(art) and purpose (design).
8. Influenced and shaped modern contemporary design.
Borrowed from other styles to establish guidelines.
Crafted by individuals or smaller groups of artists.
Graphically-oriented style.
Crafted individually based on imagination or experiences.
Contrasting crafts with Design
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• DIY as necessity
• DIY as self-expression
• DIY as perfection-seeking
• DIY as leisure activity
• DIY as therapy
10. An appreciation and the systems that make it possible.
An opportunity to use your hands and your brain.
A connection to other people.
A path to freedom.
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11. What do crafts offer to contemporary design?
Joana Vasconcelos, Lisbon
12. Every design is crafted, but what makes a craft isn’t as important as how it defines the
world it is in.
Adds a style that is borrowed from multiple sources, while remaining an individual
piece of contemporary craft.
Purposefully designed in contrast to the functionality of its traditional equivalents.
Hand-made objects, free of commercial production, offer an individual, artistic touch.
Often non or partially-functional and is created to look complicated, difficult, or even
aggressive.
In contrast to the safe and stable look of store-bought designs.
Personality and artistic spirit in a world of commercialization and mass-produced
sameness.
13. What is next step?
Still thinking about it…>:P
See you in the Spring~
