by SkyGrazer

TLS? Armature? Diluent? Extruder? Skinner Blend? What exactly is leaching, and does it require little critters that feed on blood*?

Are you new to polymer clay and scratching your head over the terms that get bandied about in forums and tutorials? Surf on over to Sky Grazer’s Website and check out her Polymer Clay Glossary.

*Just in case you were worried, no, you don’t need leeches to leach. Leaching is the process of stacking clay between sheets of paper and letting it rest there so that some of the plasticizer is absorbed by the paper, thus creating a stiffer, less mushy clay to work with.

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POP! – Perspectives on Polymer

Contemporary Craft is thrilled to be hosting POP! – Perspectives on Polymer June 25-29, 2022. A five-day celebration of contemporary work in polymer, the event will have something for everyone who loves polymer clay. POP! will feature four workshops along with virtual talks by some of the best polymer artists in the country, an exhibition of small works in polymer, and a curated feature in the Store. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 25, 6-8 PM, and will be free and open to the public.

POP!’s focus on workshops and the materiality of polymer makes this boutique event more than just a conference. Each participating artist was selected for their unique perspectives on polymer and the exciting ways they are moving the medium forward. The featured instructor for the event is Jeffrey Lloyd Dever, whose pioneering techniques in polymer have made him one of the most respected artists in the field. His jewelry and sculptural objects have been shown in many national invitational exhibitions, and his works are represented in numerous private collections, galleries and museums.

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