FORM Contemporary Craft began in 2008 as a specialist Contemporary Craft Gallery, based in Blaenavon, South Wales. I set it up because of my passion that it would showcase some of the top designer makers in the UK (established and up & coming). The gallery featured some fantastic designer makers and artists, such as John Maltby, Paul Young, Laurel Keeley, Piran Bishop and Suzi Horan to name a small selection, and I loved meeting other makers and gallery owners on my travels as I looked for new work to exhibit.
Unfortunately, the gallery had to close in 2011 due to the economic downturn, however I have always been passionate that the original ethos of the gallery should continue and I have now launched this new online venture where I can still promote high quality contemporary craft to the public. I do not believe in being negative or critical about makers’ work and the aim will purely be to promote the work that I appreciate, either for the quality of the craftsmanship or the beauty in its design.
I welcome your comments at all times.
Claire Wood.
