Ohio Designer Craftsmen

Fine art & craft, art exhibitions, education and more

Past Exhibitions

Grounded in the Natural World

August 10–September 28, 2024

Environmental artists Marcia Armstrong and Char Norman present new work rooted in the natural world.

Marcia Armstrong

Char Norman
Char Norman

Char Norman
Char Norman

Marcia Armstrong

Marcia Armstrong

Best of 2024

Sponsored by Ohio Designer Craftsmen, “The Best of 2024” is in its 41st year. This year’s juror is Jacqueline Nathan, Gallery Director, Bowling Green State University, 1985–2022.

May 5–July 6
The Ohio Craft Museum

Sept. 21–Dec. 28
Decorative Arts Center of Ohio

To SEE the Best of 2024

Traversing Textiles exhibition

February 11-March 30, 2024

“Textiles and fiber are an integral part of human lives, aiding in survival, defining cultures, and expressing values. Fiber traverses every aspect of our lives, from clothing, household goods, shelter, insulation, storytelling, toys, and fiber optic cables to name a few.  The use of fiber is practically as old as man, and has evolved from hand skills to mechanized processes but is once again enjoying a resurgence of basic techniques and appreciation for finely crafted hand work. 

“Contemporary fiber and textile artists are increasingly using their skills and media in innovative ways to produce work with an artistic focus, often with messages spanning social commentary, political, or environmental concerns. Both utilitarian and artistic uses of fiber and textiles are represented by the work of numerous artists and craftspeople, utilizing a variety of techniques including weaving, felting, tatting, stitching, quilting, and basketry.”

-Char Norman, curator

Dancing on the Moon
Pamela A. MacGregor

These are selections from the Traversing Textiles Exhibition.

Gifts of the Craftsmen 2023

 

A unique holiday shopping experience! Handcrafted jewelry, glass, pottery, whimsical animals and puppets, original holiday cards and ornaments—made by nearly 200 artists, including many of your Winterfair favorites!

Gift shop artists will be demonstrating during the sale:

Saturday, November 18: 

10:00 am–5:00 pm

Rebecca Siegler clay animals

Saturday, November 25: 

11:00 am–1:00 pm

Mary Ann Crago collage art

Saturday, December 2:

11:00 am–4:00 pm

Kathie Roig weaving on a loom

Saturday, December 9:

10:00 am–1:00 pm

Cody F. Miller collage/painting

Saturday, December 16: 

10:00 am–1:00 pm

E. J. Jones (The Man Who Knits)

New & Now: Emerging Artists 2023

August 12-September 30, 2023

Curated by Cleveland metals artist Rachel Smith, this fifth exhibition in the series showcases the superb work being done by early-career artists who got their start at an Ohio college.

Best of 2023 Exhibition

May 7-July 8

Ohio Designer Craftsmen’s 40th annual juried members’ exhibition, showcasing works in clay, glass, fiber, wood, metal and mixed media. This year’s juror is Steve Smith, retired professor of art, Defiance College. An opening reception and awards ceremony will be held Sunday, May 7, 1pm to 4pm, at the Ohio Craft Museum. Awards will be presented at 3pm.

Pysanky Eggs

A special focus exhibition celebrating the beauty and cultural tradition of Ukrainian egg decorating, featuring eggs from the collection of Ken Emerick.