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Artisan Crafts Feature #2I'm finally recovered from the craziness that was Artisan Crafts week! It was insane, but so awesome at the same time. In case anyone missed it the articles we published can be found here. Also don't forget that the "Try Something New Contest" is still going on until July 29th, contest information is available here. The contest invites you to pick up a new craft you've never tried before and so something with it, the prizes include premium accounts and points

News
If you have any Artisan Craft related news that you want me to advertise, contact me! I'll be happy to help you.
The Artisan Crafts Challenge for July is "Medieval", the prize is 2000 points!

Learn more about it <

Awesome Artisan Crafts - XVIIIHello!

Hello and welcome to Awesome Artisan Crafts!
I will be regularly featuring the awesome creations I find in the Artisan Crafts Gallery.
Absence!
The dreaded real life has taken me away from my beloved internets for the last few weeks. CURSE YOU REAL LIFE So I apologize for this being so long from the last one.
Changes and such!
Since my last article the wonderful ^Talty has come on board and is helping to look after the Artisan Crafts Gallery, so send her DD suggestions and general suggestions too!
We also held a fabulous week at #projecteducate where we tried to bring you an insight to the world of Artisan Crafts!
Chatrooms
A lot of you ask for a chatroom for Artisan Crafts, well there is one that can be found at :#craftydeviants: thing is whenever I pop in it is always empty. Soooo do you want an event in there

Arstian Crafts Themes IIIIn this edition of Awesome Artisan Crafts we will be looking at a select theme from the Artisan Crafts Gallery.
This issues theme is...
Zombies
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Whether they are crawlers or sprinters, intelligent or brainless zombies seem to have captured peoples hearts. Which is odd as they really want the brains.
Delicious brains.
Lets take a look at what some of the crafty Deviants have made.

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Artisan Craft Themes IXIn this edition of Awesome Artisan Crafts we will be looking at a select theme from the Artisan Crafts Gallery.
This issues theme is...

Cats!

Artisan Craft Features #9News
If there's anything that you want me to advertise, please send me a note!
I'm running low on DDs for the next week! Please send me your suggestions

*JEricaM made a feature for handmade things, you can see it here.
I'm looking to feature the most under-recognized crafts, if there's one that you feel is not getting enough love let me know! This week I'm looking for etching and stone work suggestions.
Artisan Craft related contests
#semi-sweeties is having their "Movie Contest", make any kind of food inspired by movies out of clay! The deadline is October 1st.#Still-Life-Stills is introducing their "Monthly Recipe Challenge", they will give you a recipe to try and take beautiful photos!
#Plushie-Database is having their "Bags and Pouches Contest" make

Artisan Crafts Feature #3News
If you have any Artisan Craft related news that you want me to advertise, contact me! I'll be happy to help you.
Just a few days to participate in the "Try Something New" Challenge! Try a new craft and win prizes! The deadline is July 29th, so hurry!The Artisan Crafts Challenge for July is "Medieval", the prize is 2000 points!

Learn more about it here.#projecteducate will be hosting their third Community Week soon! You can join and write an article, host a chat, a contest or interview someone! It would be great to see something related to Artisan Crafts there, more information about community week here.Don't forget that I'm accepting DD suggestions! Right now I'm specially interested in DDs involving basket

Artisan Craft Features #6News
If there's anything that you want me to advertise, please send me a note!
The Artisan Crafts Challenge for August/September is "Maps and Lost Places", the prize is 2000 points and you have until September 20th to enter.
#TheCeilingsFloor is looking for someone that knows how to cook to add to their team. If you're interested please contact them!
I'm looking to feature the most under-recognized crafts, if there's one that you feel is not getting enough love let me know! This week I'm looking for etching, knitting, embroidery and clothing suggestions.
Artisan Craft related contests
#semi-sweeties is having their "Movie Contest", make any kind of food inspired by movies out of clay! The deadline is October 1st.Did you see who won the "Try Something New Challenge"? If not, make sure to check the winners here

July Artisan Crafts DD RoundupThe "Try Something New" Challenge is over

winners will be announced soon. We received lots of really awesome entries, you can see them all here: http://projecteducate.deviantart.com/gallery/38009373We're looking for the community's input about the Culinary Arts gallery and a possible renovation, new galleries, and such. Please give us your opinion here: http://fav.me/d58v86zWe are also trying to update the description of the Artisan Crafts galleries and make them easier to understand, please see what it is about here: http://fav.me/d58lnsiCommunity Week at #projecteducate is starting soon! It's a great opportunity to share your expertise with the community, more information here: http://fav.me/d57wlfa
I'm looking into representing the most obscure, under-recognized and emerging Artisan Crafts, so if you think that any gallery is not being properly represented please send me a note with your observations and DD suggestions!I'm looking for DDs about glass work, stone work, baske

Awesome Artisan Crafts XVIIHello!

Hello and welcome to Awesome Artisan Crafts!
I will be regularly featuring the awesome creations I find in the Artisan Crafts Gallery.
I have no idea what XVII is!

Childhood Memories Contest Winners!
Part One
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Part Two
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For the full article go here.
AC Monthly Challenge!
This month's theme is Nightmares! One of my favourite topics! So get your scary brains on and create horrific things!
And here

Awesome Artisan Crafts XVIHello!

Hello and welcome to Awesome Artisan Crafts!
I will be regularly featuring the awesome creations I find in the Artisan Crafts Gallery.
Childhood Memories Contest
All the information is here! Awesome prizes up for grabs!
AC Monthly Challenge
There were no entries for this last month! BOO! That is not good! This month's theme is The sea and all the things in it! So there's LOADS of room for inspiration! 2000 up for grabs!
There is also a poll for next months challenge!
Things going on

Rarity, Rainbow Dash and Twilight Sparkle!Hello Everypony!
I get a lot of MLP FIM DD Suggestions. A lot. A LOT. :iconalotplz:
I can't feature them all...although I'd like to...but I think people wouldn't appreciate a pony every single day!

So here is a feature! Three ponies, lots of awesome art!
More to come! Maybe...

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Rarity
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Rainbow Dash
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Awesome Artisan Crafts - WoodworkHello!

This article is focused on five Deviants and the wood-workings they have in their gallery.

~Pathgalen:iconpathgalen:

*ForestDwellerHouses:iconsparkie62:

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Features I

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Anthro DD Roundup - June 2012Daily Deviation Round Up June 2012
Hello everyone! I hope and trust that your month of June has treated you well. This year is flying by fast! I wanted to let you know that I have some great things coming around the corner for the Anthro Community. Somethings include contest(s), critique night and another anthro history project.
If there is something you would like to suggest do not hesitate to note me!
The very best,
^KovoWolf
Anthro Community Volunteer
Daily Deviations for June 2012
Thank you everyone for your suggestions! Please keep them coming! Note; Don't be afraid to suggest yourself!

The Flock by ~weremagnus

Charr by ~Dandzialf

Discord by ~DarkIceWolf

Artisan Craft Features #8News
If there's anything that you want me to advertise, please send me a note!
The Artisan Crafts Challenge for September is "Maps and Lost Places", the prize is 2000 points and you have until September 20th to enter. Check out `UnicornReality's feature Awesome Artisan Crafts XIX it's full of awesomeness.
*Erozja made a wonderful feature of Creative Artisan Crafts #2. Very inspiring!
~LilithsSmile made a very extensive list of places to sell your work, tips and ideas, it's very helpful if you're thinking about opening your own business. You can find it here.
I'm looking to feature the most under-recognized crafts, if there's one that you feel is not getting enough love let me know! This week I'm looking for etching, knitting, clothing and carving suggestions.
Artisa

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Crazy Crafts I: SeanAvery

Sun Jul 15, 2012, 9:44 PM

While browsing the galleries at deviantART I often find authentic pieces of art that just make my jaw drop and my eyes open up like plates. I'm specially attracted to the unusual, to those people that can take a mundane material to create something out of the ordinary, and see potential where others only see the obvious. Today I realized that it was time to start sharing them, so that you can all join me in a collective "How is that possible!!" and meet talented artists deserving of more recognition.

This morning I found the work of ~SeanAvery, I don't even remember what was I browsing when this beautiful piece caught my attention. I was immediately drawn by the lovely colors, the fluidity of the feathers and the fact that this sculpture is actually "flying" or hanging. Before you read it, take a minute to guess what ~SeanAvery used to make this hummingbird.

Did you guess right? I didn't, I didn't realize those are CDs until I read the description. How is that possible??

He manages to create such beautiful sculptures with CD shards, combining the colors and shapes into wonderful unique animals, all of them look like they could just start moving any minute. I'm amazed by his work, the way he creates fur or feathers is incredible, I never managed to make such crisp cuts to CDs.

His work also includes miniature critters made out of hot glue (!!), sculptures using electronic components, and so much more. His sculpture work mainly focuses on creating art with recycled materials, something he calls "Sustainable Art". I have seen lots of people using recycled materials, but no one to the level of ~SeanAvery.