HandWork: The Fine Art of Craft | Exhibit

HandWork: The Fine Art of Craft

Exhibition Dates: September 12 through October 7

Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Ave., Gloucester, MA

Opening Reception: Saturday, September 14, 5-7 pm

Galleries open: Thursday-Sunday, noon -7 PM

The Rocky Neck Art Colony is proud to present HandWork, an exhibition celebrating the fine art of craft, featuring six artists from varied disciplines. 

In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing, the value of work created by human hands becomes ever more apparent. This exhibition reflects a deep appreciation for handcrafted art, reminiscent of the Arts and Crafts movement of the late Victorian period—a reaction to the Industrial Revolution’s impact on traditional handwork. The movement’s motto, “Hand, Head, and Heart,” encapsulates the essence of true craftsmanship: ‘Head’ for creativity and imagination, ‘Hand’ for skill and craft, and ‘Heart’ for honesty and love.

Creating something with one’s hands embeds a piece of the artist’s spirit into the work. The materials become expressions of imagination, tools become extensions of the hands, and a piece of the heart is encapsulated in each object. This exhibition invites viewers to experience the joy that emerges when the heart’s desire, fertile imagination, and skilled hands come together in artistic creation.

The public is warmly invited to join us in celebrating the creativity of these talented artists at the Opening Reception on Saturday, September 14, from 5-7 PM

Click HERE to find out about a series of Meet the Artists Special Events. Each of the participating artists will discuss their work, show some of their tools and talk about techniques.