Mark your calendars! The CCF/FCMA’s 11th Annual National Craft Conference, “Cultivating Craft: Pathways to Practice”, is taking place October 13th to the 16th at the Alberta College of Art + Design in Calgary, Alberta.

The 2016 conference theme focuses on contemporary craft education. ‘Cultivating Craft’ will explore ideas from in and outside formal educational structures, including discussions regarding the value of craft, community development, new technologies and interdisciplinarity. A spotlight will be directed on indigenous recognition and representation, the impact of mentorship and residency activity, lifelong career sustainability and the many ways craft organizations and institutions work to raise craft practice in Canada to new heights.

In partnership with our co-hosts, the Alberta Craft Council and the Alberta College of Art + Design, the conference will foster professional development across Canada and beyond, bringing together key players in the craft field, encouraging attendees to expand their professional networks at a national level.
In the coming weeks, we will release more information on speakers, events, and registration. There are many exciting announcements to come! If you would like to receive more information regarding this conference, please email us at [email protected].