An AHRC funded research project exploring diversity and expertise development in the contemporary craft economy
It is now almost a year into this project ‘Supporting Diversity and Expertise Development in the Contemporary Craft Economy’, short name ‘Craft Expertise’. In November 2019 I presented initial findings from my interviews and observations to the Crafts Council team. I have written up my presentation into an informal working paper, which highlights the experiences … Read More “First project working paper now published” »
The Maker Stories Podcast series is now live. The first two episodes feature Jasmine Carey, a designer-maker for Deco 22, and Rose Sinclair, a lecturer in design (textiles) at Goldsmiths, University of London. Both talk about their journeys into craft and their experiences as Black women in the sector. More episodes to come in the … Read More “Maker Stories Podcast Series now live” »
Registration is now open for the project conference which is taking place at STEAMHouse Birmingham on Wednesday 4th December 2019. See the Event page for more information.
On 6 September 2019 Karen presented at the CAMEo conference at the University of Leicester on her work on challenges for women makers of colour online. You can read Karen’s summary of the conference and link to her paper on the Birmingham Centre for Media and Cultural Research website.