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Sounds from the Studio: Archive This! Ep. 1 – Sydney Leslie

Posted on August 22, 2024 by Contemporary Craft

This season, we’re diving deep into the newly formed archive at Contemporary Craft, revealing the treasures and stories that have shaped our organization since its inception. Join us as we introduce our new host for Season 3, Sydney Leslie, Archives and Creative Projects Manager, who will guide us through the rich history and exciting future of Contemporary Craft.

In this episode, Rachel and Kahmeela pass the mic to Sydney, who shares her journey from Virginia to Pittsburgh, her educational background in art history and museum studies, and how she fell in love with the world of craft. Discover how Sydney has been meticulously organizing and preserving our extensive collection of exhibition catalogs, postcards, and other historical materials, and learn about some of the most intriguing finds she has uncovered, including a quirky soft sculpture shoe bed by artist Michelle Clifton.

Join us on this fascinating journey through time as we explore the history of Contemporary Craft and how it informs our future.

Listen now on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, and please subscribe, rate, and review!

And don’t forget to check out the Sounds from the Studio playlist, where each artist shares the three songs that best describe their work. Listen now on Spotify!

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