Is GREEN Your Favorite Color?
DISCOVER HAND-CRAFTED ART THAT’S
STYLISH, SEXY AND SUSTAINABLE!
The Contemporary Crafts Market * June 20-22, 2014 in Pasadena!
Whether it is Barbara McKindler’s ear rings made of recycled mechanical parts or Marianne Hunter’s jewelry that combines gems with antique coins, gold, Roman glass and meteorites, her priceless pendants and pins prove a point.
Being earth friendly is beautiful and in demand.
Jeweler Marianne Hunter’s work has been exhibited at The Smithsonian. Now, you can shop for her creations and meet her, too, at The Contemporary Crafts Market, June 20-22, 2014. She joins more than 200 acclaimed artisans who hand-craft and sell works of functional art in Pasadena, California at The Pasadena Convention Center.
With alarm bells sounding about our environment, smart art does its part.
Open to the public, see why this juried show is a gem!
Glenn Dizon’s exquisite jewelry is highly sought after. His studio and energy needs are fueled almost entirely by solar power. Recycling gold and
These are just some of the beautiful products and personalities that inhabit The Contemporary Crafts Market, one of the longest running shows of its kind in Southern California. All American originals spring from recycled ivory keys, baskets woven with found materials, obsidian wind chimes to Sally Bass’s wearable art: reincarnated bakelite!
Hand-made and highly collectible, these are creations with a conscience. From Lois Sattler’s ceramics, to Peter Vizzuzi’s sculptural glass to Pasadena artist Joe Feinblatt’s reclaimed wood creations or art cards that go beyond words, The Contemporary Crafts Market is something to write home about. Like many show artisans, conscious card creator Elisa Goodman is the picture of reinvention. She’s a former casting director turned successful entrepreneur.
At this public 3-day event, shop and meet modern day masters. See why hand-crafted excellence beautifully enhances one’s life and home. What could be more natural?
If GREEN is your favorite color, this show is for you!
But, green is only part of the amazing colorful mix. This Public Event is a favorite destination for designers, collectors, decorators and anyone who seeks one-of-a-kind objects of art. Products you won’t find anywhere else at prices everyone can afford will be exhibited in June at The Pasadena Convention Center’s Exhibit Hall. It may be a mass produced world, but this popular show proves why some things are worth waiting for.
Contemporary Crafts Market Founder Roy Helms knows the secret to success.
“Magic happens when personalities, passion, creativity and conscience infuse hand-crafted art. It’s personal and there’s a story behind everything you see. Because we are a carefully juried show, only work of the highest quality is exhibited. Eco-friendly pieces are more than trendy, they are timeless, stylish, sustainable sensations. We invite everyone to reimagine craft and experience the endlessly innovative All American spirit.”
The Contemporary Crafts Market takes place in the heart of historic Old Town Pasadena, within walking distance to galleries and restaurants. Art Blooms in June!
June 20-22, 2014
The Pasadena Convention Center – Exhibit Hall
10 am-6pm Friday and Saturday
10 am-5pm Sunday
In the heart of historic Old Town Pasadena
Tickets are $8-dollars at the door or learn more at WWW.CRAFTSOURCE.ORG.
Many door prizes are available to our visitors to include “swimmingly cool” coupons from our newest partner, The Aquarium Of The Pacific in Long Beach, California. Our other partners are The Pasadena Museum of California Art and MOLAA~The Museum of Latin American Art.
Contemporary Crafts Market Founder Roy Helms knows the secret to success.
“Magic happens when personalities, passion, creativity and conscience infuse hand-crafted art. It’s personal and there’s a story behind everything you see. Because we are a carefully juried show, only work of the highest quality is exhibited. Eco-friendly pieces are more than trendy, they are timeless, stylish, sustainable sensations. We invite everyone to reimagine craft and experience the endlessly innovative All American spirit.”
Download information and images here: 
GREEN IS THE NEW BLACK.pdf