abn Report post Posted September 20, 2010 Hi, everyone: I thought I might share that I recently participated in the jury application process for the Artisans Center of Virginia, the state's official organization for craft. As part of the process, I submitted photos and samples of my work, including an artist statement and other written materials. These were evaluated by a four-person jury, and I was recently notified that I passed the jury and achieved the level of Juried Virginia Artisan. Here's a quote from the ACV web site that mentions the process: The Jury process ... provides critique and distinction for artisan work judged to be of the highest level of quality indicative of Virginia's fine heritage of creativity and workmanship. Any ACV juried designation found on pieces displayed in studio settings, sales venues or exhibitions denotes some of the best work Virginia has to offer. Obviously, if my work has earned the ACV seal, they've retreated somewhat from these lofty standards. Regardless, I feel privileged that my work has progressed to the level that some consider it "fine craft," and I mentioned in my application materials that a major source of my inspiration and technical knowledge comes from Leatherworker.net. It's great to have a place on the Web where leatherworkers from all over the world can meet and exchange ideas, and I feel like I've benefitted immensely from participating on this forum. Best regards, -Alex Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rdb Report post Posted September 20, 2010 That's just TERRIFIC!!!! Congratulations! I don't know if NC has something similar, but now you made me want to go and look... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Spinner Report post Posted September 20, 2010 Excellent Alex, congratulations! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
terrahyd Report post Posted September 20, 2010 Well done ,Alex;;; a extra large ATTA BOY for you .......regards Doc.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whinewine Report post Posted September 20, 2010 Congratulations, Alex! russ (I wish PA had something similar) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dawn Report post Posted September 20, 2010 hey congratulations Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casey Jordan Report post Posted September 20, 2010 Congratulations Alex!!! Any exposure, awards or titles are good for your work and your reputation. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Timd Report post Posted September 20, 2010 (edited) Congratulations, Alex! russ (I wish PA had something similar) Russ, we do:The Guild And congrats, Alex!! Edited September 20, 2010 by Timd Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
King's X Report post Posted September 20, 2010 Run Alex before they track you down! No really, nice job! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joquarter Report post Posted September 22, 2010 congratulations . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcsaddles Report post Posted September 22, 2010 Very nice. You are an inspiration to all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abn Report post Posted September 22, 2010 Thanks for the words of encouragement, everyone... They're appreciated! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
