Grace was introduced to garment construction when she was 13 years old, creating a lifelong interest in textiles, making everything from her own outfits and tailored wool coats to dresses for her two girls as children and their beaded prom gowns. After taking a workshop in Shibori dyeing a… Read More
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Chair Maker Doug Starry has been an HGC member for 5 years and is a Master Artisan. His chairs are in the flavor of the Arts & Crafts movement and are influenced by Shaker designs. Doug was born in 1954 in Gettysburg, Pa where he lives and works today.… Read More
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Photographer Patricia Danzon was born in England. She holds a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics from the University of Oxford, England, and a PhD from the University of Chicago in Economics. She was a professor in Health Economics at the Wharton School, Univ. of Pennsylvania, for 30 years,… Read More
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Laura Demme is a multi-faceted artist, working in painting, collage, poetry, found object, ceramic, and concrete. Laura was born in Norristown, PA. When she was 6, her family moved to Mexico. She grew up in Mexico City until the age of 12, then moved back to the U.S. Her… Read More
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In our October 2021 meeting, we showed a demo video produced by Hali MacLaren showing us all on how she makes a “simple” ring with a Q&A. We didn’t record the meeting, but here is Hali’s video for all to enjoy!
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Philadelphia born Jennifer Wankoff has always been interested in making art. As an only child, it was a way to entertain herself. Says Jen,” I remember drawing and making little books and I started getting into crafting 3d objects- I can remember making my own cocktail umbrella- we had… Read More
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A Delco native, who is about to move into a new home in Philly’s Fishtown, Peter started working in ceramics in March, 2000. Peter does not have a formal education in ceramics, but has learned a lot from talking to other potters, and from his own experience. He’s been… Read More
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Marcia was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and moved to the Philadelphia area when she was a baby. She graduated from American University with a BA in Graphic Design, and went on to get her MS in Fashion Design at Drexel University. She worked in both industries and still… Read More
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Pastel, oil, and mixed media painter Madeleine Kelly was born in Abington, PA. After receiving a Liberal arts degree from Temple University, she set off on a career path that was varied, working in theatre, psychology, and criminal justice. Though she had a passion for painting as a child,… Read More
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A local girl, Pat was born in Darby, PA and grew up in Newtown Square. She received her BS in Art Ed from Moore College of Art with a minor in painting. Pat student taught at Friends Central and did some substitute teaching there. She also did college recruiting… Read More
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