ABOUT THE POLYMER ART SUMMIT

The history of Mokume Gane traces back about 400 years, to the beginning of of the Edo period, when Shoami Denbei, of Dewa Akita, came up with the idea of making Guribori sword guards (ill.1). Guribori is a technique that consists of layering different colored metals and carving them into arabesque or spiral patterns. Although there is a theory that Ainu tribal patterns were an influence, the general consensus is that its origins lie with Guri Chinese lacquer. —From NPO Japan Mokumegane Research Institute

The Polymer Art Summit is designed to extend the practice and understanding of a specific art topic as it relates to polymer clay.

The Summit is a live online immersion into a particular technique, art form or theme, taught by the most innovative artists in the field.

During each event, students will directly interact with renowned teachers chosen for their mastery of diverse approaches to the subject, as well as with their peers in real time in both seminar and open studio settings.

The 2021 Event will be held August 7 & 8, 2021 from 9 AM – 4 PM Eastern Time, with breaks built in. Specifics will be announced once the session schedule is finalized mid-June.

Note: The sessions will not be recorded for distribution.