Caryl Brt - NICHE Awards Finalist!
11/02/2010 -
Congratulations to Grovewood artist Caryl Brt! Her "Carapace" cabinet is a finalist in the NICHE Awards, professional division. Out of thousands of entries, 115 finalists were chosen. Caryl was one of five artists chosen in the "Furniture and Cabinetry division.
"Carapace" cabinet is a sculptural wall piece that distills some of Caryl's feelings about protection/safety, exposure and privacy, the strength and peace we can find through our personalized and colorful exoskeletons as well as the ultimate shield: invisibility.
Constructed of walnut and handmade paper, it contains various objects from nature. An LED light inside shines softly through a handmade paper-covered window in the door and creates a dramatic effect in a darkened room.
ABOUT THE NICHE AWARDS
The NICHE Awards annually celebrate excellence and innovation in American and Canadian craft. Categories include ceramics, fiber, glass, metal, wood, jewelry and more.
Judging of entries is based on the following:
- Technical excellence, both in surface design and form
- A distinct quality of unique, original and creative thought
- Market viability (professional entries only)
Finalists are invited to display their work in the NICHE Awards exhibit at the Winter Buyers Market of American Craft in Philadelphia, Feb. 18-21, 2011. Winners will be announced at a special ceremony during the Buyers Market and featured in the Spring 2011 issue of NICHE.
