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Coming of Age as Craft in Public Space
Article
In this article, art historian Christer Dynna traces the evolution of craft in public space in Norway, exploring how artists gradually secured a place in state-funded building projects from the…
Communities of the Soil
Article
In this article by Andrea Fjordside Pontoppidan, we are introduced to two interdisciplinary art and architecture projects: Soil Lab and Futurefarmers, both of which bring forth a focus on soil…
We Are Nature
Interview
A conversation between Hilde Skancke Pedersen and Yaniya Mikhalina
Monumental Duodji? Craft and Care in Outi Pieski’s Public Artworks
Article
In this article by professor in art history Elin Haugdal, we are introduced to the artwork AAhkA by Sámi artist Outi Pieski, planned for the new government quarter in central Oslo. The integrated…
Vessels in the Halls of Power, Textiles in an Embassy, and Aage Gaup at the Airport
Article
This article, written by Drew Snyder, senior curator at KORO Public Art Norway, the Norwegian governmental agency for art in public spaces, explores the relationship between craft practices and…
Crafting Public Spaces in Norway – A Short and Random Review
Visual essay
A collage of craft in public space by editors Ida Højgaard Thjømøe and Marianne Zamecznik
Can We Save the World Without Cringing?
Essay
In this call-to-action essay, artist Helene Duckert offers up a myriad of ideas, prompts, and discussions to fuel change and engagement through craft, written with the intention that it will remind…
Craft in Public Space
Editorial
'Craft in Public Space' is the editorial for The Vessel 8, edited by Ida Højgaard Thjømøe and Marianne Zamecznik.
Beyond Ornamentation
Foreword
Foreword by Norwegian Crafts for The Vessel 8 'Craft in Public Space'
Lillian Tørlen: Meeting the Public Where They Are
Interview
In this interview by Tora Endestad Bjørkheim and Johnny Herbert, Norwegian artist Lillian Tørlen reveals her thoughts on materials, vases and the importance of the exhibition site.
Iver Jåks: Duodji as Indigenous Contemporary Art Practice
Article
Iver Jåks' artistic talent became obvious during a long period of hospitalisation following a reindeer herding accident in his youth, and he was admitted to the Sámi folk high school in 1950, when he…
Nanna Melland: The Uniqueness of the Masses
Interview
Nanna Melland is known for making jewellery with unorthodox materials. In this interview by Monica Holmen we are introduced to her practice which spans from personal jewellery to public installations.
Pearla Pigao: Playing Patterns
Interview
An interview with textile artist and musician Pearla Pigao by Tora Endestad Bjørkheim and Johnny Herbert
Sigve Knutson: The Amateur Craftsman
Interview
An interview with craft artist Sigve Knutson by Tora Endestad Bjørkheim and Johnny Herbert
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