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12 Dec, 2018
Place Character
People in Pittsburgh know how work together. The multi-ethnic, multi-cultural heritage of the original labor force in the steel and coke plants lives on in the contemporary urban environment. This cultural vibrancy makes for fertile ground; new generations of makers and creators are thriving in the region, from potters to A.I. engineers.
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23 Nov, 2018
Thinking Big Thoughts on Craft
Handmade goods delight the eye and the touch. Craftwork is also a joy to the craftsperson producing the pieces. But is there more to it than simple pleasure? Big-cheese academics seem to think so. Check out these books we’ve been enjoying.
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15 Oct, 2018
From Pittsburgh, with Love
A place with grit, where things are made with character.
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