Cairo’s New Brass Revivalists
In an city once known for its fine brasswork, Noha El Qahwagy is one of just a few Egyptian artisans crafting traditional brass pieces by hand today.
by PAULINE BARTOLONE
Woodworking vs. Perfection
Wood entices us with its natural beauty, usefulness, and endless variety. Yet, perhaps more than any other raw material, it defies the artisan's Sisyphean quest for perfection.
by GARY ROGOWSKI
Chasing Powder, and Hand-Carving Wooden Skis in the French Alps
Peter Steltzner’s bespoke, handcrafted skis are coveted by freeride skiing enthusiasts. His path to crafting a living this way has also been something of a freeride….
by ANNA RICHARDS
Making Noise: The Endangered Craft of Foley Sound
Using everything from cornstarch to coconut shells, Foley artists have been creating the invisible landscapes of cinema since the “talkies” were first invented.
by JEFF GREENWALD
The Craft of a Sustainable Economy, Part 1
Strip-mining human labor isn’t sustainable. The values of craftsmanship have much to teach us about ensuring fair wages and a more equitable tax system, and creating an economy that's built to last.
by TODD OPPENHEIMER
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The Craftsmanship Initiative is dedicated to reclaiming craftsmanship’s principles of excellence, beauty, and durability as a pathway to a more sustainable world. The flagship venture of the initiative, which operates as a non-profit, is Craftsmanship Magazine, a multimedia publication that focuses on master artisans and innovators whose work informs our quest.
The Craft of a Sustainable Economy, Part 2
How did the wealth inequality that now plagues the U.S. get so bad?
by TODD OPPENHEIMER
Raising Corals in the New Age of Aquaria
In the U.S. alone, nearly 3 million homes have a saltwater aquarium. And globally, the market is worth billions of dollars. Could this booming hobby become a force for ocean conservation?
by JEFF GREENWALD
My First Design
Gary Rogowski, a master woodworker and furniture designer (and longtime Craftsmanship collaborator) reflects on how his first handmade bench came into being.
by GARY ROGOWSKI
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