League Artisans are 'Setting the Standard'​

CONCORD, NH — The League of NH Craftsmen is pleased to present "Setting the Standard," a multi-media, fine craft exhibition that showcases the work of master craftsmen who are jurors for the League. The League’s jury program is nationally renowned for its high standards and professionalism, according to a press statement.

Anyone who wishes to be a League member must have their work evaluated by a jury of master craftsmen. The League has 23 media categories of fine craft, and subcategories in several of the media. Master Level craftsmen of the League serve as jurors and meet with applicants in the ongoing jury program. By offering suggestions, and by example, the jurors guide, mentor, and encourage craftsmen to reach even higher goals in their work. (A list of participants appears at the end of this release).

The exhibition is on display at The Gallery at The Craft Center and headquarters on 49 South Main Street in Concord from Jan. 13 to March 24, 2017. An opening reception, where the public can meet and speak with the participating exhibitors, is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 13. Check the League’s website, nhcrafts.org, for cancellation in case of inclement weather. The Gallery is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., during the exhibition only.

“Our jurors play a vital part in the League’s jury system, evaluating applicants’ work and providing them with helpful advice for refining their skills to meet the level of expertise required for juried membership,” said League Standards Manager Catherine Green. “This exhibition celebrates their work and their commitment to fine craft.”

Along with the Setting the Standard exhibition, visitors can also enjoy the fine craft displayed in the League’s Grodin Permanent Collection Museum. The Permanent Collection features craft from the League's early years to the present, including pieces made by some of the world's renowned craftspeople, such as Otto and Vivika Heino and Edwin and Mary Scheier. Admission to the museum is free.

For more information about the current exhibitions, the Gallery, or the League of NH Craftsmen, call 603-224-3375, email nhleague@nhcrafts.org, or visit the League’s website at nhcrafts.org.

Participants in Setting the Standard Exhibition

• Alton, NH: Sandra White
• Andover, NH: Gillian Smith
• Boscawen, NH: Adele Sanborn
• Bradford, NH: J. Ann Eldridge, Garry Kalajian
• Canaan, NH: Michael Kraatz
• Canterbury, NH: David Lamb
• Concord, NH: Maureen Redmond-Scura
• Contoocook, NH: Kathleen Dustin
• Conway, NH: Rosemarie Ferry, Nathan Macomber
• Derry, NH: Donna Zils Banfield
• Dover, NH: Betty Lathrop
• East Randolph, NH: Marcia Hammond
• Exeter, NH: Peg Irish
• Hampstead, NH: Deb Fairchild
• Hillsborough, NH: Christine Nordlund
• Hollis, NH: Michele Hollick
• Hopkinton, NH: Annie Frye
• Lee, NH: Blair LaBella
• Lyme, NH: Matthew Brown
• Lyme Center, NH: Greg Gorman
• Mason, NH: Sarah Fortin
• Meredith, NH: Bonnie Edwards, Camille Gibson, David Little
• Milton, NH: Susann Foster Brown
• New Durham, NH: Sarah Burns
• New London, NH: Peter Bloch
• Newbury, NH: Sharon Lindstrom
• Portsmouth, NH: Jeffrey Cooper
• Rollinsford, NH: Tinka Pritchett
• Sanbornton, NH: Sharon Dugan, Tom McGurrin
• Sanbornville, NH: Arthur and Miriam Copplestone
• Strafford, NH: Fred Dolan
• Warner, NH: Ted Blachly
• Wilmont, NH: Zack Jonas
• Windham, NH: Carol Babineau, Maggie Tetreault
• Groton, MA: George Saridakis
• Harvard, MA: Nancy Horrall
• East Waterboro, ME: John Milligan
• York, ME: Lauren Pollaro
• East Randolph, VT: Marcia Hammond

Credit: Ted Blachly (Desk), John Milligan (Bag), George Saridakis (Turned Box)

Submitted by Carol Fusaro.